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Quick Hoppin' John Soup

“This is a modification of my father's hoppin' john recipe. The only difference between his and mine is the use of tomatoes. It's a great recipe for the holidays (New Year's) or any time during winter months. There are many versions of this recipe here, but this one is quick so you can throw it together after a long day at work for the whole family to enjoy!”

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Reviewed: Jan. 8, 2008

Literally used what I had on hand. Three qtr. lb. of "Hot" sausage and diced up 4 smokey breakfast links. Zatarain's yellow rice mix and frozen black-eyed peas went into the pot. Used mostly chicken broth but the soup was still too thick so kept started adding V-8 Spicy Hot till the consistence I desired....Yummy !

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Dobelady

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Jan. 7, 2008

I didn't get my black-eye pea fix this New Year's Day, so I really wanted to try this soup. :-) I didn't have the pork sausage (don't care for pork anyway) so I used turkey smoked sausage instead. I started out by sauteeing a small onion with the sausage, used just one 15-oz. can of stewed tomatoes and one cup of water. Added a handful or two of frozen spinach at the end per another reader's suggestion. It looked quite festive, and tasted awesome! Made a big ol' pot to share with family, friends and appreciative co-workers. Now I know 2008 will be a good year cause I had my blackeye peas. Thanks!

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Phyllis

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Living In: Metairie, Louisiana, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 5, 2008

Made it by the recipe. Didn't care for it but my friend born and bred in Texas loved it. Go figure.

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Hannen

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Butler, Pennsylvania, USA

Living In: Houston, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2008

This is the best! I was looking for something different than the same old blackeyed peas and rice. This recipe fit the bill. I used one 28oz can of crushed tomatoes as this is what was in the cupboard then omitted the water and salt. Also did not add any additional seasonings. The end result had a stew consistency that set off the Southern Collards (from allrecipes) and pan-fried cornbread. This one is a keeper!

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PNLewis

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Bishopville, South Carolina, USA

Living In: Columbia, South Carolina, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2008

What a wonderful recipe! I used leftover honey ham and also added red, green & yellow peppers, onions, and flavored canned tomatoes. In addition to the salt, I seasoned with accent and lawry's seasoning. As a side, I baked cornbread. A very hearty meal that we will definitely use again ^_^

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judiesdream

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Richmond, Virginia, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 31, 2007

Great black-eyed pea recipe for New Year's! I've been making this for 4 years now and never have any leftovers. Added some green pepper, celery and some red pepper flakes and serve on top of cornbreag when finished with a side of turnip greens and your set for the New Year!

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Leefus

Home Town: Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 29, 2007

I really like Hoppin' John so tried this soup on my family and served Mexican cornbread with it and they all loved it! Even the teenagers! So several different ones wanted the recipe. We liked it so much I will probably make it again New Year's day for our annual meal of black eye peas, cabbage, pork jowl and ribs. It was super easy and I went exactly by the recipe; the only thing it needs is a good shake of hot sauce. Absolutely delicious!

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dfshaw

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Burkesville, Kentucky, USA

Living In: Columbia, Kentucky, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 29, 2007

It's that time of the year down here and this recipe is on my stove to be ready for Tuesday. Match it with the Kickin' Collard Greens SUBMITTED BY: Ken Adams in AllRecipes and some cornbread and NO ONE will know you're not from down here (until you say 'Thank You').

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domestically impaired

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Blackstone, Massachusetts, USA

Living In: Tryon, North Carolina, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2007

well, this was different then what i thought, but it was great!! Very hearty on a cold day. Nice change to the same ole soups. Thanks!

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YOYO78

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Kenner, Louisiana, USA

Living In: Hermitage, Tennessee, USA

Reviewed: May 8, 2007

SOOOOO good we make this all the time. I use pinto beans and add a few shakes of hot sauce to the pot while cooking and top with mozzarella cheese. YUM!

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