Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['dairy_free'], recipe: soak peas overnight, drain. add salt pork, green pepper and onion. cover with water and simmer 2 hours or until peas are tender. cook rice according to package directions. when peas are done and water has cooked very low, add rice and remaining ingredients. cover and cook over low heat until all liquid is absorbed. serve hot

Target recipe: heat oil in a large soup pot, add the ham hock and sear on all sides for 4 minutes. add the onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic, cook for 4 minutes. add the black-eyed peas, stock, bay leaves, thyme, and seasonings. bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the peas are creamy and tender, stir occasionally. if the liquid evaporates, add more water or stock. adjust seasonings, and garnish with green onions. serve over rice.