![a bowl of lady cream peas with chisesi ham and a side of corn bread](https://static.camelliabrand.com/static/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_7269-720x400.jpg)
Contributed by RL Reeves Jr
Lady Cream Peas With Chisesi Ham
Directions:
- Bring stock to boil with peas and ham
- Reduce to simmer
- Cook for one hour or until peas are tender
- Season to taste
- If you can’t find Chisesi Ham, substitute any good brand “city” ham
- We used chicken stock in this recipe but you may use pork stock or even vegetable stock
- This dish can be served over rice pilaf
This recipe hails from R.L. Reeves, Jr., a Texas photographer and writer who is living and documenting life in the 9th Ward of New Orleans. His recipe and cooking notes are from his food and culture blog, scrumptiouschef.com