Nothing fancy...

I was looking for a one dish meal...not easy to find these days, especially one that everyone likes.  I remembered eating something called Hoppin' John years ago that was a mix out of a box.  I loved the mix of rice, beans, and spices.  It was a hearty but simple meal. It originated in New Orleans and has many variations.  Here is mine...

Hoppin' John

1/2 -1 lb chirizo sausage (I used vegetarian sausage)
1 med onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 T garlic, chopped
1 t smoked paprika
1 t cumin
1/4 C water or stock (chicken or veggie)
2 cans black eyed peas, drained
3 C cooked white rice

In a large skillet, combine sausage, onion, and pepper.  Cook on med. until sausage has browned and veggies are cooked through.  Add garlic, paprika and cumin. Cook another 2 minutes.  Pour in water or stock. Add black eyed peas and rice.  Combine and allow to simmer on low for about 5 minutes or until flavor has saturated beans and rice. Serve with cornbread.