Black eyed peas and ham:
Cut up the ham into small cubes or pieces. Save the bone if there is one.
Finely dice onion, carrots, and celery
Saute vegetables in olive oil; add crushed garlic
When vegetables are soft, add chicken stock or water or a combination of both, and black-eyed peas
Add ham bone, bay leaf, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne, seasoning salt, black pepper, cumin, and a dash of curry powder
After about 15 mins, add the cubed ham
If you have it and like the flavor, add some coconut milk
Cook until peas are soft, but not too mushy, adjust seasoning, and enjoy with rice or alone.