* Exported from MasterCook * Southern Black-Eyed Peas Recipe By : Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Creole Vegetables Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- ***** NONE ***** 1 lb Black-eyes peas,dried 2 qt Water 1 Onion,chopped 1/3 c Green bell pepper,chopped 1/2 Jalapeno pepper,diced 1/3 c Red bell pepper,chopped 1 Celery rib,chopped 1 Ham bone 1 Chunk of salt pork Salt to taste Black pepper to taste 1. Rinse peas; soak overnight in cold water to cover. 2. Drain and put in Dutch oven with 2 quarts fresh water. 3. Add remaining ingredients; cover and simmer about 2 hours, or until peas begin to soften enough to mash easily. 4. Add water as needed. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -