My Canadian Pea Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

MY CANADIAN PEA SOUP

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c Split peas
3 c Water (cold)
2 lb Smoked ham, shank or bone
3 qt Water, boiling
1 Onion, chopped
Celery leaves
1 t Salt
2 Carrots, minced

Wash and sort peas; soak in cold water overnight.
Drain and place in a large pot; add water, ham bone,
onion, celery leaves, carrots, salt. Bring to a boil;
reduce heat and simmer until peas are very tender,
about 2 hours, adding more water if needed. Remove
ham; chop and return to soup. Season to taste with
salt and pepper. Also freezes well.



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