Black Eyed Peas With Ham (No Hocks) Recipe

1. 1

   Rinse peas.

2. 2

   In a 6 qt Dutch oven combine water and peas.

3. 3

   Bring to boil, simmer 2 min.

4. 4

   Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour.

5. 5

   (Or possibly combine water and peas, soak overnight.)

6. 6

   Don't drain.

7. 7

   Stir in cut up ham, onion, celery, salt and cayenne and bay leaf.

8. 8

   Bring to boiling; cover.

9. 9

   Simmer till ham is tender and beans are done, about 1 1/2 hrs.

10. 10

    Stir in okra, cook till very tender (10-15 min) throw away bay leaf.

11. 11

    Season to taste.

12. 12

    Note: Smoked turkey can be substituted for ham.

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