Hoppin' John - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. dried black-eyed peas
1 qt. water
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 c. coarsely chopped lean, cooked ham
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. long-grain rice, uncooked

Preparation

Sort and wash peas.
Place in a 6-quart pressure cooker.
Add water, 1 tablespoon oil and next four ingredients.
Stir well. Close lid securely to bring to high pressure over high heat, about 7 minutes.
Adjust heat to medium or level needed to maintain high pressure.
Cook 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and cool under cold running water.
Remove lid.
Drain mixture, reserving 2 cups cooking liquid.
Set aside.