how to make hoppin john rice
Cook 4 chopped thick-cut bacon slices in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 chopped celery stalks and 4 chopped garlic cloves and cook until tender, 8 minutes. Add one 16-ounce bag frozen black-eyed peas and 1 cup water. Cover and simmer until tender, 12 minutes. Stir in 3 cups cooked white rice and 1/4 cup parsley and cook, tossing, until warmed through. Serve with hot sauce.