Think of ranch water as a dressed-down margarita that's hard to mess up. The three-ingredient drink calls for tequila, lime juice (lots of it), and Topo Chico.
Traditionally, Hoppin' John is a one-pot recipe, but that often produces soupy results. Instead, use our technique, and cook the black-eyed peas with aromatics and broth until tender; then strain and reserve the liquid for later.