Hoppin' John And Limpin' Susan

1. 1

   Cook bacon in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until fat renders. Drain bacon on paper towels; reserve 1 tsp. bacon drippings in pan. Return bacon to pan. Add onion, and cook 4 minutes. Add peas, broth, dried pepper, and 2 cups water; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes or until peas are just tender (almost al dente) and about 2 cups of liquid remain. Add salt and pepper to taste.

2. 2

   Stir in rice and okra. Cover and simmer over low heat about 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Do not remove the lid during this part of cooking.

3. 3

   Remove pan from heat, and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Uncover and discard chile. Fluff with a fork; add green onions and salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with hot sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.