Black Eyed Peas with Ham

A hearty and flavorful dish of black-eyed peas cooked with ham, onions, and spices.

Ingredients - Serves 6

Rinse the black-eyed peas and pick out any stones or debris.
Place the peas, ham hock, onion, garlic, bay leaf, salt, and pepper in a large pot.
Add the water and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the peas are tender.
Remove the ham hock from the pot. Cut off the meat, discard the bone, and return the meat to the pot.
Stir well and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the black-eyed peas with a slotted spoon to drain off the cooking liquid.