Hoppin' John Recipe - Recipe - Chili Pepper Madness

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• 1 large green bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 jalapeno pepper (chopped (optional – I like it for a bit of extra heat))
• 1 stalk celery (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
• 1 pound smoked ham (chopped )
• 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend ((or more to taste))
• 1 pound blackeyed peas (sorted through, rinsed, soaked and drained)
• 4 cups chicken broth (or more as needed)
• Cooked white rice for serving
• Chopped parsley for serving