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Split Pea Soup

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Servings: 10

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Split Pea Soup Recipe. What do you do with a left over ham bone? Make split pea soup of course. The rich flavor of ham with the delicate flavor and consistency of split peas make for a comforting bowl of soup.

Ingredients


oil 2 Tbsps
onion 1 chopped
garlic clove 4 chopped
carrot 2 chopped
ham bone 1 lb
split pea 2 cups
water 16 cups enough to cover
salt 1 Tbsp
pepper 1 1/2 tsps


Directions

  1. In a large stock pot heat the oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and carrot. Cook until the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the ham bone, split peas, and enough water to cover all the ingredients.
  4. Add the salt and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil and lower to a simmer. Cook for 2 hours or until the split peas have almost disapeared.