Black-eyed Pea and Ham Salad

Ingredients

 * 1/2 cup Dried black-eyed peas, picked over
 * 1/4 TSP Salt
 * 1 tbl Balsamic vinegar
 * 1/2 cup Finely chopped red bell pepper
 * 1/3 cup Finely chopped celery
 * 1/4 cup Finely chopped red Onion
 * 1 TSP Minced fresh jalapeno chili including, (wear rubber gloves) seeds
 * 1 1/2 tbl Olive oil
 * 1/4 lb Cooked ham steak, coarsely chopped
 * 1 TSP Honey

Directions

 * In a saucepan combine peas with salt and water to cover by 2 inches and simmer
 * Cook for 25 to 30 minutes
 * Drain peas and in a bowl toss with vinegar, vegetables, jalapeno, and 1 tablespoon oil.
 * In a small skillet heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but
 * Add honey and saute, stirring, 1 minute. Add ham to salad and toss well.