Hoppin' John - South Carolina's Tradition

Ingredients

1 pound bag black eyed peas, dried (Soak for 6-7 hours prior)

2 small smoked ham hocks or 1 large

1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped

1 small bell pepper, finely chopped

2 stalks of celery finely chopped

1 tbsp. minced garlic

1 quart of chicken broth

3 cups of water

2 cups fresh Kale, chopped fine

2 cups of rice

1 Tbsp. crushed red pepper flakes

½ tsp. cayenne pepper

Salt & Pepper to taste

1/4 cup olive oil

This Is A Traditional New Year's Day Meal In South Carolina Where It Originated And Was First Published In

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