Try this homemade Hopping John New Year's Day Tradition recipe the whole family will love. Made with blackeyed peas, long grain rice and tomatoes. Easy …
This Hopping John New Year's Day Tradition relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as blackeyed peas, long grain rice and hogjowl or possibly ham hock. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 269 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