Best 7 Hoppin John With Greens Slow Cooker Recipes

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Hoppin' John with greens is a classic Southern dish that is traditionally eaten on New Year's Day for good luck. The dish consists of black-eyed peas, rice, collard greens, and bacon or ham. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different ways to make hoppin' John with greens, but the basic ingredients and cooking method are the same. In this article, we will provide you with a recipe for hoppin' John with greens that can be made in a slow cooker. This recipe is easy to follow and results in a delicious and comforting dish.

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SLOW COOKER HOPPIN JOHN



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Using a slow cooker makes easy work of this classic, long-simmered, delicious southern dish. Serve over cooked white rice.

Provided by carina

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 13h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dry black-eyed peas
6 cups water
1 large ham hock
12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place black-eyed peas in a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.
  • Pour 6 cups water into a pot; add ham hock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until meat is tender, about 1 hour. Transfer ham hock to a plate to cool and reserve 4 cups of the cooking liquid.
  • Layer soaked peas, andouille sausage, onion, celery, and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker. Remove meat from ham hock and add meat to slow cooker. Sprinkle bay leaves, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes over the top. Pour reserved cooking water over peas mixture.
  • Cook on High until peas are tender, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 55.1 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 754.7 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

HOPPIN' JOHN WITH GREENS - SLOW COOKER RECIPE



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This is a traditional Southern dish for bringing good luck into the New Year, consisting of black-eyed peas and rice. Eating Hoppin' John on New Year's Day is thought to bring a prosperous year filled with luck. The peas are symbolic of pennies or coins, and a coin is sometimes added to the pot or left under the dinner bowls. Greens along with this dish are supposed to also add to the wealth since they are the color of money. Eating this the day after represents frugality and savings. You are supposed to leave 3 peas to assure that the New Year will be filled with Luck, Fortune and Romance. Serve hot with corn bread.

Provided by Tanya E

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 7h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
1 cube vegetable bouillon
¼ cup hot water
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 smoked ham hock
2 bunches collard greens, chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
2 cups vegetable broth
5 cups water, or as needed to cover
1 cup long-grain white rice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cover black-eyed peas with water in a large soup pot, bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer peas for 1 hour. Drain.
  • Dissolve vegetable bouillon cube in 1/4 cup hot water in a small bowl; pour bouillon into slow cooker. Stir black-eyed peas, onion, garlic, ham hock, collard greens, oregano, red pepper flakes, and vegetable broth into the cooker. Add 5 cups of water or as needed to cover. Cook 5 hours on High. Stir rice into stew and cook 1 more hour.
  • Remove meat from ham hock, chop meat, and return to stew. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 204.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

SLOW COOKER HOPPIN' JOHN



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Hoppin' John is a Southern rice and bean dish traditionally served on New Year's Day to bring prosperity and good luck.

Provided by Jessica Harlan

Categories     Brunch     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dried black-eyed peas, soaked
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 rib celery, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 smoked ham hock
32 ounces low-sodium chicken stock
1 bay leaf
1 to 1 1/2 cups long-grained white rice
Hot pepper sauce to taste, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large (6 quart) slow cooker crock, combine the soaked beans, onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, and ham hock.
  • Pour the chicken stock into the slow cooker crock and stir to combine the ingredients. Add the bay leaf and push it into the liquid until it's submerged.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, until beans are tender. Discard the bay leaf and the ham hock. The stew can also be cooked on high for 4 to 5 hours.
  • Before serving, prepare the rice as you would normally.
  • To serve, spoon some cooked white rice into a bowl and ladle Hoppin' John over the rice. Pass hot pepper sauce at the table for everyone to season to their liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 297 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER HOPPIN' JOHN



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Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried black-eyed peas, soaked overnight, drained, and rinsed
3 cups chopped turnip greens
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped celery
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (32-ounce) cartons vegetable stock
1 smoked turkey leg
2 cups instant rice
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine black-eyed peas, turnip greens, diced tomatoes and green chiles, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Stir in vegetable stock. Submerge turkey leg in mixture. Cover and cook on high for 5 to 6 hours or until peas are tender. Add rice, cover, and cook for 20 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in salt and hot sauce before serving.

SLOW COOKER HOPPIN' JOHN



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Every New Years Day for about 5 years I sent this out the the Maintenance men at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, along with a big pan of cornbread, and the slow cooker always came home empty! It's good luck for New Years.

Provided by carole in orlando

Categories     Ham

Time 10h15m

Yield 1 large slow cooker full, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans black-eyed peas (I prefer Glory Brand)
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen chopped collard greens
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped carrot
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 lb ham, cut in bite sized pieces
1 can chicken broth
2 teaspoons thyme
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup uncooked rice

Steps:

  • In a 5 to 6 quart slow cooker put ham, carrots, onion and celery as first layer.
  • Add 3 cans blackeyed peas and collard greens as second layer.
  • Mix spices in chicken broth and pour over all.
  • Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, depending on your slow cooker.
  • Cook rice according to directions on package and add to Hoppin' John just before serving.
  • Add more chicken broth if needed.
  • Makes 10 to 12 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 906.5, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 14.4

SLOW-COOKER HOPPIN' JOHN RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by VerneJ

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 strips thick-cut bacon, diced
1 small onion
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 cup dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and picked over
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until just beginning to crisp. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Scrape bacon, bacon fat and onion into slow cooker. Add crushed red pepper, peas, and 4 cups water and stir to combine. Cover and cook on low until peas are nearly tender, 3 to 4 hours. Stir in tomatoes, rice, and salt. Cover and continue to cook just until rice is tender and has absorbed all liquid, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Fluff with a fork and serve.

SOUTHERN HOPPIN' JOHN



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This is a quick and easy side dish that will become a favorite of your family.-Anne Creech, Kinston, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small green or sweet red pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
6 green onions, sliced
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels; discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute pepper, celery and onions in drippings until almost tender. Add rice, water and seasonings. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add peas and bacon; simmer 10 minutes longer. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, organic produce and high-quality meats and seafood.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. Hoppin' John is a versatile dish that can be easily adapted to your own taste preferences.
  • If you don't have time to cook the Hoppin' John in a slow cooker, you can also cook it on the stovetop. Just simmer it over low heat for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.
  • Serve Hoppin' John with a variety of sides, such as cornbread, collard greens, and black-eyed peas. You can also add a dollop of hot sauce or Creole seasoning for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Hoppin' John is a delicious and traditional Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side dish, Hoppin' John is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give Hoppin' John a try!

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