Black Eyed Peas & Ham

I really love beans & ham this time of year because it keeps you warm.  Not to mention, it's so filling and perfect for lunch.

Recipe from Diabetic Weekly
Yields 6 servings
164 calories per serving

INGREDIENTS

8 oz dried black-eyed peas

4 c water

2 c water

2 oz ham, diced

1 medium onion, chopped

1/4 tsp salt

14.5 oz diced tomatoes, undrained

DIRECTIONS

Rinse black-eyed peas with cold water.

In a large saucepan, combine peas & 4 c of water.

Bring to a boil & reduce heat.

Simmer for 2 minutes & remove from heat.

Cover & let stand for an hour.

Drain & rinse peas; drain again.

Return peas to saucepan.

Stir in 2 c water, ham, onion, & salt.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low.

Cover and simmer for an hour.

Stir in tomatoes.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat, & simmer (uncovered) for 5 minutes.