Black-Eyed Peas in the Crock Pot

6 cups water

1 cube chicken bouillon

1 pound dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, diced

1 jalapeno chili, seeded and minced

8 oz. diced ham 

4 slices bacon, chopped

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon white pepper

Pour water into slow cooker, add the bouillon cube, and stir to dissolve.  Combine the black-eyed peas, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, ham, bacon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper; stir to blend. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours until the beans are tender.