New Orleans Black-eyed Peas for the New Year

thumb|300px|New Orleans Black Eyed Peas for the New Year

Southern New Years Day tradition. Everyone has their own recipe. This is mine. The prep time includes soaking the Peas overnight and the cook time could vary depending on where you live. I have also just thrown everything in a crockpot and let it cook for 8 hours. You can eat it any time, not just for New Year's. It freezes well for once a month cooking.