New Year’s Black-Eyed Peas

1-pound black-eyed peas, rinsed and soaked overnight

1 tablespoon olive oil or canola oil

1 – 2 cups diced ham of  choice

4 slices bacon, diced

1 large onion, diced

1 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups water, approx.

Dash red pepper flakes

Dash black pepper

¼ teaspoon mace

Salt to taste

 

Sauté ham, onions, and garlic just until tender.   Add peas, water, and all spices and cook until tender.