Toddly Man's Big House Black Eyed Peas

This recipe for Toddly Man's Big House Black Eyed Peas is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. The black eyed peas are cooked to perfection with a flavorful mix of ingredients, resulting in a hearty and delicious dish. This recipe is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried black eyed peas
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 smoked ham hock
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Hot sauce, for serving
• Cooked white rice, for serving

Directions

1. Rinse the black eyed peas and remove any debris or stones.
2. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and diced celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
3. Add the smoked ham hock, dried thyme, dried oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the rinsed black eyed peas. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour or until the peas are tender.
6. Remove the ham hock from the pot and shred the meat. Discard the bone and fat.
7. Return the shredded ham back to the pot and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve the black eyed peas over cooked white rice and drizzle with hot sauce, if desired.

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