2 ham hocks 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained 2 carrots, chopped 2 stalks celery; chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 2 quarts water 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning 1 (46 ounce) can V-8 juice Sour cream |