Hoppin' John

Summary

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SourceKatie Lee, CBS Early Show
Prep Time30 minutes
CategoryBeans
CuisineSouthern

Description

Hoppin' John is a traditional southern dish.  Black-eyed peas are meant to bring you good luck in the new year and greens like kale or collards are supposed to bring money and fortune.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans (15-oz) black-eyed peas rinsed & drained
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, minced
  • Cooked Rice
  • Shredded white cheddar
  • Hot Sauce (optional)

Instructions

1.  Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium.  Add onion, red bell pepper, and garlic.  Saute until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

2.  Stir in black-eyed peas, broth, salt and pepper.  reduce heat to low;  cook 10 more minutes.  Stir in green onions and parsley.

3.  Serve on top of cooke drice and garnish with cheese.  Add hot sauce, if desired.

Notes

Per serving ( before cheese, rice and hot sauce): 170 calories, 3g fat, no cholesterol, 420mg sodium, 31g carbs, 5g protein.

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