Black Eye Peas

Directions

1. 1
   Cover peas with water and soak for 3 hours.
2. 2
   Drain.
3. 3
   Cover peas with water and soak overnight, refrigerated.
4. 4
   In pot large enough to hold everything, caramelize the onions and brown the ham hock.
5. 5
   Add the drained peas and cover again with fresh water.
6. 6
   Add salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Cook on medium for one hour and then two hours on low until they reach the desired texture.
8. 8
   That's a personal choice.