The following black-eyed pea recipe is courtesy of SurvialBlog reader Ben P. He calls it Big Ben’s Hopping John. Ben notes: “Some folks think the rice should be cooked separately, but that isn’t how Grandma ever remembers it being served up. The ham hocks are the best way to go by far.” Ingredients 1/2 lb dried black eyed peas 1 smoked ham hock, or 1 lb diced ham, or 12 oz diced bacon 1 medium onion, diced 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 jalapeno, diced with seeds and veins removed 2 tablespoons Chipotle sauce 1 cup long …
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