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Cook Hoppin' John | America's Melting Pot | America's Melting Pot

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Hoppin' John

Total time

About 2 hours plus soaking

Servings

Ingredient checklist

0/8

Equipment

Large pot

Skillet

Smoker

Cutting board

Chef's knife

Mixing bowl

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Step 1 of 5

Simmer peas with smoked meat until just tender.

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Hoppin' John reflects the braided foodways of the South: rice agriculture, African culinary knowledge, pork seasoning, and New Year's symbolism. It is humble, celebratory, and enduring.

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