South Of The Border Black-Eyed Peas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. dried black-eyed peas
5 c. water
1/4 lb. smoked ham hock
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, split
3 Tbsp. onion soup mix
2 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Preparation

Sort and wash peas; place in large pot.
Cover with 2-inches water above peas (let soak overnight).
Drain peas.
Add 5 cups water and remaining ingredients.
Bring to boil.
Cover; reduce heat and simmer 1 hour or until tender.