1/2 lb Blackeyed peas, dry

           ;Water to cover
    1/4 c  Onion; chopped

      1    Garlic clove; minced

    1/2 c  Rice

    1/2 c  Ham, cooked

    1/2 t  Salt

    1/4 t  Pepper

      1 t  Oregano, dried; crushed

      1 ds Cayenne

      1 T  Oil

      1    Bay leaf

  Calories     per serving: 157 Fat grams per serving: 6 Approx. Cook Time:
  1:00

  Wash peas; add five cups boiling water.  Parboil three minutes. Remove from
  heat, cover and soak four hours.  Drain and rinse peas. Saute onion and
  garlic in oil until onion is tender.  Add soaked peas, ham, 1 1/2 cups
  water and seasonings.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer, covered,
  until beans and rice are tender (approximately 25 to 30 minutes). Remove
  bay leaf before serving.