Here is a delicious slow cooker recipe for a Southern traditional New Year's dish Hoppin' John Black-Eyed peas. Whether it's for good luck in the New Year or a tasty meal paired with steamed white rice and cornbread, this recipe delivers. Happy New Year! 1 lb dried black-eyed peas (presoaked overnight) 6 cups water 1 lb smoked ham hocks 1medium onion 1 medium carrot 1 celery stalk 3 cloves of garlic 2 to 3 packed tbls brown sugar 1 bay leaf 1 chicken bullion cube salt and pepper to taste Croc