And this is the Hoppin' John reccipe threatened above. It is probably
the most traditional of all of these "good luck" recipes.

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Southern Hoppin' John
Categories: Pork, Vegetables, Herbs, Beans, Rice
Yield: 6 servings

1/2 lb Sliced bacon; in 1" pieces
1 sm Bell pepper; any color,
- chopped
2 Celery ribs; chopped
6 Green onions; sliced
1 c Uncooked long-grain rice
2 c Water
1/4 ts Salt
1 ts Cayenne pepper
1/2 ts Dried basil
1/4 ts Dried thyme
1/4 ts Dried oregano
1 Bay leaf
15 oz Can black-eyed peas; rinsed,
- drained

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.

Anne Creech, Kinston, North Carolina

Makes: 6 servs

RECIPE FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com

Uncle Dirty Dave's Archives

MMMMM

... When life gives you plagues, make fried locusts
--- MultiMail/Win v0.52
* Origin: SouthEast Star Mail HUB - SESTAR (1:3634/12)