Hoppin' John

By KellenRae

A traditional southern dish served to bring good luck, usually at the beginning of a new year.

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 lb. cooked ham, diced into half-inch cubes
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 cans black-eyed peas, drained
• salt and pepper to taste

Details

Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 20mins

Preparation

Step 1

-Saute the onions and ham in the olive oil in a large skillet until onions just begin to soften.
-Stir in the garlic and cook 1-2 minutes.
-Add the black-eyed peas and stir until heated through.
-Season with salt and pepper to taste.
-Serve over rice.