INGREDIENTS
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1 lb dry black eyed peas, rinsed and picked over
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1 (12-oz) ham hock or ham bone with meat
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1 medium sweet onion, diced
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1 small green bell pepper OR poblano pepper, seeded and diced
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2 bay leaves
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1 sprig fresh thyme
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1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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1/2-1 tsp seasoned salt, adjust more or less to your taste
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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6 cups chicken broth
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1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Or plain diced tomatoes)
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1 tsp lemon pepper
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Cooked rice for serving
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Cooked Collard Greens, optional (See Cook's note)
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Hot sauce, optional