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Bountiful Black-Eyed Pea Hoppin’ John Casserole Recipe

Black-Eyed Pea Hoppin' John Casserole
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Make this Black-Eyed Pea Hoppin’ John Casserole for a delicious New Year’s tradition. This baked dish combines black-eyed peas and rice, bringing you luck for the year ahead. It is simple to prepare and full of comforting flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and sliced sausage. Cook for 5 minutes until the sausage is lightly browned.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage mixture, rinsed black-eyed peas, cooked rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes.
  7. If using cheese, sprinkle the shredded cheddar over the top. Bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the luck!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use smoked ham hock or bacon drippings instead of olive oil when sautéing the vegetables.
  • If you prefer a drier casserole, reduce the chicken broth to 1/4 cup.
  • This dish tastes even better made a day ahead and reheated.

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