This is great the next day, too. The peas soften even more overnight. Note 1: I've been told Ro-Tel is not available in every area of the country. It is available for purchase through Amazon, but ...

Simmer for 10 minutes then add the potatoes and soup celery. Simmer until peas and potatoes are cooked. Shred the meat from the ham hock and add to the soup with the chopped cooked onion and celery.

© 2024 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. All Rights Reserved. Black-eyed peas and greens in some form or pairing on New Year’s Day is a time-honored Southern ...