Hoppin Johns Black-eyed pea Stew – Minglement

Ingredients

• 4 – Tbsp. butter or olive oil
• 1 – Large onion
• 4 – Cloves garlic minced
• 1 or 2 smoked poblano pepper seeded and de-veined
• 1 – stalk celery or equivalent amount celeriac – diced
• 1 – lb. dried black-eyed peas
• 1 – cup chicken broth – more as needed
• 1 – Small ham hock, smoked turkey or chicken breast
• Salt, pepper, and cayenne or Cajun spices to taste
• 2 – Tbsp white vinegar
• 1/2 cup white rice cooked separate to be added with each serving