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Hoppin' John New Year's Day

Hoppin' John New Year's Day

Hoppin' John New Year's Day is a traditional recipe that promises to deliver on all fronts. It's a dish that's quick, healthy, and packed with flavor, making it perfect for starting your year off right.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup uncooked black-eyed peas
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Equipment

  • Large pot,

Method
 

  1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and pick out any debris or stones. Drain and set aside.
    1 cup uncooked black-eyed peas
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
    3 cloves garlic
  4. Stir in the dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the black-eyed peas, rice, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the peas and rice are tender.
    1 cup uncooked rice, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt, pepper, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 cup uncooked black-eyed peas

Notes

Traditionally served on New Year's Day for good luck.
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