Hopping John

Recipe by: Christopher Idone | from New Glorious American Food

Cookstr

Course: Side Dish

Total Time: A Day Or More

Skill Level: Easy

Cost: Inexpensive

Photo by: Tom Eckerle

Yield: Serves 8 to 10

INGREDIENTS

1 pound dried black-eyed peas
Ham hock or Country Cured Ham skin and fat trimmings
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
¾ cup long grain rice
Salt and freshly milled pepper

Directions

Soak the peas overnight in several quarts of water. Dice the ham fat and render it in a large pot over moderate heat. Add the onions and cook until wilted.

Drain the peas and add them along with the bay leaf and cold water to cover. Add the ham hock or a large piece of ham skin, bring to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45 minutes, or until the peas are almost tender.

Add the rice, cover and cook for 20 minutes, adding more water if necessary, until the rice is tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Nutrients per serving (% daily value)

Nutritional information is based on 10 servings and 1/2 teaspoon of added salt.

Calories 236kcal (12%)

Calcium 66mg (7%)

Vitamin C 1mg (1%)

Vitamin A 0mcg RAE (0%)

Potassium 728mg

Magnesium 90mg

Protein 15g

Sugar 0g

Fiber 7g