Caribbean Hot-Pot Broth with Papaya Pica Sauce

Caribbean Hot-Pot Broth:

Prep time: 45 minutes Cook time: 3 hours Servings: 10

2 pounds smoked ham hocks

2 cups sliced yellow onions

1 cup diagonally sliced carrots

1/2 cup diagonally sliced celery

8 1/4 cups water, divided

1 container (32 ounces) Kitchen Basics Original Chicken Stock

1 whole chile pepper, such as Scotch bonnet or habanero

2 McCormick Bay Leaves

1 teaspoon McCormick Thyme Leaves

1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Turmeric