Hoppin' John Dip

Name: Hoppin' John Dip
Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz.) black-eyed peas, drained; 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder; 1 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning; 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, at room temperature; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 tomato, chopped; 8 oz. cooked bacon, chopped; 3 scallions, thinly sliced; Chips, for serving

Black-eyed peas are traditionally served on New Year's to bring good luck. Turn the soul food staple into this tasty dip for a party-ready app!

Author:: Renae E. Wilson
Publish date:: Dec 25, 2020

hoppin' john dip — Photography by Kate Mathis

Recipe by Renae E. Wilson

This recipe originally appeared in our Holiday 2020 issue. Get the magazine here .


Start to Finish: 25 minutes

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz.) black-eyed peas, drained
1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, at room temperature
1 lemon, juiced
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
8 oz. cooked bacon, chopped
3 scallions, thinly sliced
Chips, for serving

Preparation

In 8-by-8-inch dish, lightly smash the black-eyed peas with a fork. Stir in 1/2 tsp. garlic powder and 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning; season. Spread in an even layer in dish. In bowl, stir cream cheese, the remaining garlic powder and Cajun seasoning, the lemon juice, and 1 tbsp. warm water; season. Dollop over beans; spread in even layer. Top with remaining ingredients. Serve with chips.