Ingredients:
- 1 (1-pound) package Camellia Brand Field Peas
- 1 ham bone
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 ribs celery, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Directions:
- Rinse and sort peas.
- Simmer field peas in water until tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Rinse and drain the peas.
- In slow cooker combine peas with ham bone, onion, celery and garlic.
- Add 1 cup water or broth. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours.
- Add Cajun seasoning, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Continue cooking for 1 to 2 hours longer.
- Serve with hot cooked rice and sprinkle with sliced green onion, if desired.