Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

According to Southern folklore, Black Eyed Peas should be the  first food to be eaten on New Year's Day for luck and prosperity throughout the year ahead.

Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

Ingredients:
1 1/2 lb dried black eyed peas, rinsed
4 cups water
1 cup ham steak
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 green chilies, chopped
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Salt and Pepper

Instructions
Soak beans at least 8 hrs in a large bowl with 6-8 cups of water.
Drain. Add beans to the slow cooker
Add in water, ham, onion, green chilies, garlic, chili powder, pepper and cumin. Stir gently to combine
Cook on high for 6 hours check  seasoning and tweek if necessary.