Hopping John

Directions

1. 1
   Cook bacon, onion and garlic until bacon is crisp and onion is tender but not brown.
2. 2
   Remove bacon and drain.
3. 3
   Add peas and rice to onion, garlic and bacon drippings.
4. 4
   Cover and reduce heat to simmer; cook 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Add broken bacon bits and serve immediately with cornbread and pickle relish on the side.