Hearty Black~Eyed Peas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (16 oz) pkg dried black-eyed peas
4 c water
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 lb ham steak, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, or 1 ham hock
4 whole jalapeno peppers, optional

Preparation

Bring first 6 ingredients and if desired jalapeno peppers to a boil and in a large pan. Cover. Reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour or until peas are tender.