Hoppin' John

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare black eyed peas overnight or quick method. (I boiled for 5 min, brought to boil and simmered for one hour.).
2. 2
   Dice ham and remove as much fat as possible.
3. 3
   Chop onion.
4. 4
   Combine onion and ham in dutch oven, stir over medium heat until onions start to wilt.
5. 5
   Add chili powder.
6. 6
   Add cooked beans with any remaining cooking liquid.
7. 7
   Add water so that there is about a total of one cup liquid.
8. 8
   Add rice.
9. 9
   Cover, simmer for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Add salt and pepper if needed.