Hoppin' Johns

Directions

1. 1
   Combine bacon, onion and water in a large Dutch oven.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Add peas; cover and simmer for 1 hour and 45 minutes, or until peas are tender. Remove onion; discard.
5. 5
   Stir in rice, salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
7. 7
   Makes 8 servings.