INGREDIENTS
1/3 lb
bacon, or 1 ham hock plus 2 Tbsp oil
1
celery stalk, diced
1
small yellow onion, diced
1
small green pepper, diced
2
garlic cloves, minced
1/2 lb
dried black-eyed peas, about 2 cups
1
bay leaf
2 tsp
dried thyme
1
heaping teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Salt
2 cups
long-grain rice
Scallions or green onions for garnish