Try this homemade Hopping John recipe the whole family will love. Made with bacon, onion, celery and black-eyed peas. Easy step-by-step instructions inc…
This Hopping John relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as bacon slices, drained, small onion, chopped, stalk celery, chopped and (15 oz.) can black-eyed peas. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 652 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026