Hoppin' John Cheese Dip Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon from skillet and set aside.
• STEP 2.In the same skillet, sauté onions until they are soft and translucent.
• STEP 3.Add black-eyed peas, cooked bacon, and spices to the skillet. Cook until heated through.
• STEP 4.Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
• STEP 5.Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 6.Serve the Hoppin' John Cheese Dip hot with tortilla chips or crackers.

Cooking Tips

• You can use canned black-eyed peas for convenience, but you can also cook dried black-eyed peas if you prefer.
• Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences. You can add more heat with cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
• If you want a creamier dip, you can mix in some cream cheese or sour cream before baking.
• Leftover dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Hoppin' John Cheese Dip hot as an appetizer or party snack.
• You can garnish the dip with chopped green onions or fresh cilantro for added flavor and presentation.
• If you have any leftovers, reheat the dip in the oven or microwave before serving again.