New Years Black Eyed Peas - Oliver's Markets

Ingredients

• 1 lb Dry black-eyed peas
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 Large Yellow Onion, diced
• 2 Cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (32 oz) Cartons chicken broth
• 8 c. water
• 1 lb Smoked ham hocks
• 1 (14.5 oz) Can diced tomatoes
• 5 pepperocini peppers
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp. Ground thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste