North Carolina-style Hoppin John with Field Peas

North Carolina-style Hoppin John with Field Peas is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with black-eyed peas, bacon, and rice, and is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

To make this delicious dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

- 1/2 cup of dried black-eyed peas
- 1/2 cup of long-grain white rice
- 2 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 1/2 cups of water

To start, rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them in water overnight. In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy, then remove it from the pot and set it aside. In the same pot, sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic until they are soft. Add the black-eyed peas, rice, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, and water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and peas are tender.
Once the dish is cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in the crispy bacon. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of this classic Southern dish.
North Carolina-style Hoppin John with Field Peas is a savory and filling dish that is perfect for any meal. The combination of black-eyed peas, bacon, and rice creates a rich and satisfying flavor that is sure to please. The dish has a hearty appearance and a warm, comforting taste that will leave you feeling satisfied and content.
Type of dish: Southern comfort food
Main ingredients: Black-eyed peas, bacon, rice