Hoppin’ John

INGREDIENTS

• 4 Tablespoons Butter
• 1 whole Large Onion, Diced
• 4 cloves Garlic, Minced
• 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Diced
• 2 stalks Celery, Diced
• 4 cups Soaked Black-eyed Peas
• 5 cups Low-sodium (or No-sodium) Chicken Broth
• 1 whole Ham Hock
• Salt And Pepper, to taste
• Cayenne Pepper To Taste
• 2 Tablespoons White Vinegar
• White Or Brown Rice, For Serving