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ARKANSAS HOPPIN' JOHN

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh or frozen black-eyed peas
• 1 slice bacon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Parsley sprigs, optional

Directions

1. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the peas, bacon, and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Return to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, until tender, 20 to 25 minutes; drain well.

2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.

3. Add the drained peas and rice and cook until thoroughly heated, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to overcook. Add the garlic powder, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the pepper. Garnish with parsley sprigs, if using.