Black-Eyed Peas And Ham Hocks(Makes 4 Servings)  
["2 lb. smoked ham hocks, cut into 2-inch pieces", "1/2 lb. black-eyed peas, soaked 4 hours and drained", "2 stalks celery, chopped", "1 yellow onion, peeled and chopped", "1 green pepper, seeded and chopped", "1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes or to taste", "salt and pepper to taste"]
["Place hocks in a covered kettle and add water to barely cover. Bring to boil.", "Simmer 2 hours or until tender.", "Add peas (drained) and other remaining ingredients.", "Cook covered until the peas are tender, about 45 minutes."]
["ham hocks", "black-eyed peas", "stalks celery", "yellow onion", "green pepper", "red pepper", "salt"]