Twyla Sorrells's Recipe

Hoppin' Johnny

Category: Beans & Legumes

2 Tablespoons oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 minced garlic cloves
2 15-oz cans black eyed peas, with can juice
1 horseshoe link of Kielbasa, sliced thinly
1 cup uncooked rice
Scant dash ground red pepper
14 ounces chicken broth

Cook onion, celery, and garlic in oil in a large heavy skillet. When all are tender, add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about a half-hour (or until rice is tender), stirring occasionally.