13 Delicious Ways with Hoppin' John That Are Perfect for New Year's Day

Recipe: Classic Hoppin’ John

Consider this the ultimate classic recipe. When served for the New Year, this Lowcountry dish promises prosperity with its perfect blend of Carolina Gold rice, black-eyed peas, and bacon.

Recipe: Hoppin’ John Soup

The most important rule in making Hoppin’ John is to cook everything together in the same pot. This soup makes it easy. Smoked turkey wings, country ham, and collard greens make it overflow with flavor.

Recipe: Hoppin' John Cakes with Tomato-Jalapeño Gravy

These crispy cakes will make you rethink the one-pot version, at least for the day. A tomato-jalapeño gravy gives a warm, slightly fiery finishing touch.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Hoppin’ John

If you're still nursing the post-holiday blues, this slow-cooker rendition makes it almost too easy to get back in the spirit. Just set it, and forget about it until dinnertime.

Recipe: Hoppin' John Hush Puppies

We transformed this Lowcountry classic into a crispy, satisfying fritter—you can thank us later. Serve these bites with our tomato-corn relish, and it's absolute snackable heaven.

Recipe: Instant Pot Hoppin' John

Get every ounce of the slow-cooked flavor of traditional Hoppin' John in just 45 minutes. You'll have never loved your Instant Pot more than on New Year's Day.

Recipe: Shrimp and Hoppin' John Salad

For the coastal crew, this Hoppin' John features a delightful seafood twist. We never knew shrimp could complete this classic dish so well, and the addition of lemon zest and juice gives fresh flavor.

Recipe: Summer Hoppin' John Salad

We'd happily serve Hoppin' John all year long, and this salad variation works from New Year's Day to summertime picnics.

Recipe: Hoppin' John Parfaits

Why not turn the dish into an adorably miniature appetizer? With layers of black-eyed peas, hot cooked rice, and a marinated tomato mixture, these parfaits make a charming addition to the New Year's spread.

Recipe: Hoppin' John Noodle Bowls

If you're thinking outside of the box, these noodle bowls just might be the ticket. Black-eyed peas, collard greens, and pickled okra make it as Southern as can be.

Recipe: Hoppin' John Stew with White Cheddar Cheese Grits

As far as we're concerned, grits are never an unwelcome idea. Though we're generally partial to Carolina Gold rice, these cheesy grits have us feeling okay about the switch.

Recipe: Hoppin' John Salad

Trust us, this dish uses the term "salad" loosely. Kick off the year feeling good with this take on Hoppin' John with fresh mint, parsley, and jalapeño peppers.

Recipe: Hoppin’ John Stew

Smoked sausage is the unabashed star of this stew. This Hoppin' John recipe feeds a crowd.