Ingredients

1 ham hock
3 cups water
3 cups chicken broth
1 lb. black eyed peas, dry
10 oz diced tomatoes with chilis
Salt (to taste)

Instructions

Rinse the peas and look them over for debris. Cover them with water and soak overnight or 8 hours. Drain off water. Place all ingredients in a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to simmer and cover. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours or until peas are tender and the texture is to your liking. Salt to your taste. Serve with turnip greens and cornbread. *These can be cooked in a crock pot on low for 6-8 hours.

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Submitted by: Danna Standridge

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