Pea Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Wash peas well.
2. 2
   Soak peas overnight in water to cover and then drain.
3. 3
   Put peas in soup kettle with 2 1/2 quarts of water, the cut up ham hocks and the sliced onion.
4. 4
   Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat so soup just simmers and cook for 2 hours.
6. 6
   I serve this with dark rye bread and butter.