Traditional Hoppin' John

Description
Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 1 cup cubed ham (about 3 ounces)
 * 1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped
 * 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
 * 1 4- to 6-ounce package chicken flavored seasoned rice mix, prepared according to package directions
 * 1 15- to 16-ounce can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
 * 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Directions
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add ham, green pepper and onions. Cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes, or until ham is beginning to brown and onion is tender. Stir in rice, black-eyed peas and hot pepper sauce. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.