- 6 oz. thick sliced peppered bacon, cut into 1/4 inch pieces.
- 1 medium onion chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 medium green pepper chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
- salt to taste, (bacon might have enough salt)
- 1 can seasoned, southern style black eyed peas with liquid
- 2 cups cooked rice
- water or broth
Fry bacon in pan and remove. Saute onion and green pepper in 2 T. of bacon drippings.
Add1-2 cups of water ( or beef broth) and beans with liquid. If needed, salt to taste. Bring to a low boil and reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until vegtables are cooked. Add more broth, if needed. Serve over cooked rice, or incorporate rice into hoppin’ john. Serves 3- 4.
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