Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound Black-Eyed Peas (soaked overnight in cold water)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (diced)
  • 1 rib Celery (diced)
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 smoked Ham Hock
  • 32 ounces Low Sodium Chicken Stock
  • 2 whole Bay Leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 2 cups Rice (white or brown)

Instruction

  • In a 6 quart or larger slow cooker, combine the soaked black-eyed peas, onion, celery, red bell pepper, ham hock, chicken stock, bay leaves, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours until the beans are tender.
  • Discard the ham hock and bay leaves.
  • Before serving, prepare the rice according to the package instructions on the stove-top.
  • Serve the hoppin' John either over the cooked rice or mix the cooked rice into the stew and spoon into bowls.