Ingredients

2 medium celery stalks

1/2 large red bell pepper

1 medium onion

2 cloves garlic

1 slice smoked, lean, low sodium ham

1 can black-eyed peas

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 1/2-3 1/2 low sodium chicken broth

2 cups instant brown rice

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste

pinch salt

pinch ground black pepper

hot sauce to taste

Materials

knife

cutting board

can opener

colander

large pot with lid

measuring cups

measuring spoons

mixing spoon