Black-Eyed Peas and Ham Hocks

Yield:	6 Servings
Categories:	Vegetables

2	lb	Smoked ham hocks; cut into 2-inch slices
1/2	lb	Dried black-eyed peas; soaked for 4 hours & drained
2		Stalks celery; chopped
1		Yellow onion; peeled, chopped
1		Green bell pepper; chopped
1/2	ts	Crushed red pepper flakes; or to taste
		Salt & pepper to taste (be careful with the salt; the ham hocks are already salty)