HOPPIN' JOHN - CAJUN STYLE

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Make and share this Hoppin' John - Cajun Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Fauve

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 -4 slices bacon
1 cup uncooked rice
1/2 cup water
1 (11 1/2 ounce) can tomato juice
1 (12 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon cajun spices (more or less to taste) or 1 teaspoon dry rub seasonings (more or less to taste)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (more or less to taste)
2 tablespoons bacon drippings or 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, undrained
parsley

Steps:

  • Fry bacon, drain on paper toweling; crumble and set aside.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons grease.
  • In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine rice, water, tomato juice, tomatoes, onion, seasonings (liquid and dry) and bacon drippings.
  • Pour into a 2 quart buttered casserole; cover tightly.
  • Bake at 350* for 1 hour.
  • Uncover, stir and toss lightly with black-eyed peas.
  • Top with crumbled bacon pieces.
  • Cover and bake for about 30 more minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Cafe Boy
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I've been making this recipe for years and it never gets old. It's a classic comfort food dish that everyone loves.


Evance Ellard
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and it always gets rave reviews.


Md masum Bilah
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The heat level is just right.


Shafeeq baloch
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Karabo Khobane
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I made this recipe for my New Year's Day dinner and it was a hit! Everyone raved about it.


Philani Ngwenya
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This is the best Hoppin' John recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Cole Bailey
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Mwima Johaness
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


AS Squad
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I've never made Hoppin' John before, but this recipe made it so easy. It's now one of my favorite comfort food dishes.


JULIE MOODLEY
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very healthy.


Risk Taker
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I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The ham and spices really balance out the flavor.


vilver_1897
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This dish is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Monkey Man
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Celisa Rector
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I love the addition of bell peppers and celery to this recipe. They add a nice crunch and flavor.


Kuipi Majo
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


SHiSHiR HOSSEN
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I've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect comfort food.


Khalid Ahmed
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This is my go-to recipe for Hoppin' John. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


OLADOYIN OLAWALE SAMUEL
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! They loved the smoky flavor of the ham and the creamy texture of the black-eyed peas.


Sameer Nagarkoti
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This Hoppin' John recipe is a keeper! It's packed with flavor and so easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect.