Hoppin John (from Parade mag. Katie Lee) Low Sodium Version

1 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 Med. Onion, diced
1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
2 Garlic cloves, minced
2 15 oz. cans blackeyed peas rinsed and drained
or 1 pkg. dry black eyed peas soaked and precooked
1/4 cup Vegetable broth or water
1/2 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
2 Green Onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Flat Leafed Parsley, minced

Heat olive oil in lge saucepan over med. heat Add onions red bell pepper and garlic. Saute until onions are translucent (approx. 5 min.)
Stir in precooked black eyed peas, water pepper. Reduce heat to low cook 10 min. Stir in green onions and parsley.
Serve on top of brown rice and garnish with cheese. Add hot sauce if desired
Nutrition count does not include rice, cheese or hot sauce

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CAPECODDOGFISH.