Belongs to cckelly Hoppin' John 

Southern tradition to eat this on New Years Day, to bring luck to upcoming year.

ready in about two hours and 20 minutes; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • lib. black eyed peas
  • smoked ham hocks
  • celery
  • chopped onions
  • water
  • chicken bouillon cube
  • ham bouillion cubes
  • bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Additonal seasonings as desired:
  • up to 1/2 tsp liquid smoke
  • tspn ground chipotle
  • BBQ sauce
  • cayenne pepper
  • worcestershire sauce
  • dry red wine OR 1/8 c red wine vinegar