PAUL PRUDHOMME'S HOPPIN' JOHN

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Based on the recipe in Seasoned America. Note that even though this recipe uses dried peas, they are not presoaked or precooked.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 2h15m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon paprika
2 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
5 slices bacon, diced small
3 cups chopped onions, divided
2 cups chopped bell peppers, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped celery, divided
3 bay leaves
1 lb dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and picked over, divided
1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
11 cups chicken stock, divided
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 cups converted rice, uncooked

Steps:

  • Combine seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Place bacon in a large ovenproof pot and cook over high heat until bacon begins to brown, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in 2 cups onions, 1 cup peppers, 1 cup celery, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon seasoning mix, bay leaves, and half the peas.
  • Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and 2 cups stock.
  • Scrape bottom of pot.
  • Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup stock and scrape bottom of pot.
  • Add sausage, 6 cups stock, remaining onions, remaining peppers, remaining celery, remaining peas, and remaining seasoning mix.
  • Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until peas are tender, about 1 1/4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Stir in rice and remaining stock.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover pot and bake in oven 15 minutes.

Vanessa Gutierrez
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This is the best Hoppin' John recipe I've ever tried. Thank you for sharing it!


GetOliOFC
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I've never made Hoppin' John before, but this recipe made it easy. I'm definitely going to make it again.


binod bajagai
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This dish is perfect for a potluck or a picnic.


GAZI 2003 ASHIK IMRAN
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I made this recipe in a slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a delicious meal without a lot of effort.


Valerie kamati
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas.


Abul Hashem
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, so I omitted the cayenne pepper. The dish was still very flavorful.


Zonya Cornelius
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This dish is perfect for a casual get-together or a special occasion.


Mohamed Farooklp
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I love the addition of the bacon in this recipe. It gives the dish a nice smoky flavor.


Lulu ana
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


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


Katie Reay
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This is my go-to Hoppin' John recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make.


Jomama Jostar
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make.


Israel Ishorkarah
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This dish was a hit at my New Year's Day party. Everyone loved it!


Imroz sultanm
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I'm not usually a fan of black-eyed peas, but this recipe changed my mind. The peas were cooked perfectly and had a wonderful flavor. The rice was also cooked perfectly and was very fluffy.


Adnan Gill
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This Hoppin' John recipe is a true Southern classic, packed with flavor and soul. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The combination of black-eyed peas, rice, bacon, and spices is simply divine.