HOPPIN’ JOHN

Ingredients

Stephanie Miller, Blount County

8 ounces smoked sausage
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can black eyed peas
2 cups water
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups uncooked rice

Preparation

Cook rice according to directions. Sauté sausage in skillet until brown. Add pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté two minutes. Add black-eyed peas (and liquid), water, thyme and Cajun seasoning. Bring to boil. Let simmer 15-20 minutes. Serve over rice.