Black Eyed Peas

[nverland]

New Year’s Day Black Eyed Peas
ACTIVE: 30 MIN TOTAL TIME: 2 HRS 30 MIN PLUS OVERNIGHT SOAKING
SERVINGS: 10

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 very large onion, finely chopped
1 very large carrot, finely chopped
5 garlic cloves—4 minced, 1 whole
1 pound dried black-eyed peas (about 2 1/4 cups), soaked overnight and drained
Two 1-pound smoked ham hocks
2 quarts chicken stock or low-sodium broth
2 bay leaves
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small baguette, sliced diagonally 3/4 inch thick
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for serving
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Vegan Hoppin John

2 cups dried black-eyed peas, rinsed
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 strips tempeh bacon, chopped (note)
1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Tabasco sauce (optional)
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