A Mess of Peas

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Ingredients

Makes 10 to 12 servings / Prep: 5 min., Cook: 1 hr.

  • 1 quart water
  • 1 8- to 10-ounce smoked ham hock
  • 8 cups fresh field peas
  • 4 to 6 hot peppers in vinegar drained
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Bring 1 quart water and smoked ham hock to a boil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Stir in peas and remaining ingredients; cover and simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until peas are done.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

For testing purposes only, we used a variety of peas.
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Course Side Dish