Ingredients for - Hoppin' John

1. Dry black-eyed peas 1 ½ cups
2. Ham hocks 1 pound
3. Onion, chopped 1
4. Crushed red pepper flakes ½ teaspoon
5. Salt and pepper to taste ½ teaspoon
6. Water 4 cups
7. Long-grain white rice 1 ½ cups
8. Shredded smoked Cheddar cheese 1 cup

How to cook deliciously - Hoppin' John

1 . Stage

In a large pan place the peas, ham hock, onion, red pepper, salt and pepper. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 1 1/2 hours.

2 . Stage

Remove ham hock and cut meat into pieces. Return meat to pot. Stir in the rice, cover and cook until rice is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle shredded cheese over top, if desired. Serve