SOUTHERN HOPPIN' JOHN

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This is a quick and easy side dish that will become a favorite of your family.-Anne Creech, Kinston, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small green or sweet red pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
6 green onions, sliced
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels; discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute pepper, celery and onions in drippings until almost tender. Add rice, water and seasonings. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add peas and bacon; simmer 10 minutes longer. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.