Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package dried black-eyed peas
• 1/2 lb lean ham, pieces or 1 meaty ham bone
• 3 cups water
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 6 -8 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 -1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced (andouille is best)
• hot cooked rice
• green onion, fans (to garnish)
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped