Classic Hoppin' John - The Global Bean Project

Ingredients

• 6 thick-cut bacon slices, chopped
• 4 celery stalks, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1 medium-size yellow onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped (about 1 Tbsp.)
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 8 cups lower-sodium chicken broth
• 4 cups fresh or frozen black-eyed peas
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked Carolina Gold Rice
• Fresh scallions, sliced