Quick Hoppin' John
Ready In: 30 mins
Serves: 2-4
Ingredients
- 3 slices bacon, chopped
- 1⁄2 cup chopped celery
- 1⁄3 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup water
- 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, undrained
- 1 cup uncooked quick long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
Optional Garnish
- celery leaves
Directions
- Cook bacon in a large saucepan until crisp, stirring often. Add celery and onion; cook, stirring constantly until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in water and black-eyed peas; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in rice, parsley, and thyme. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Garnish, if desired.
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