Split Pea Soup

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Split Pea Soup

Recipe By : Lynn Thomas
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups And Stews

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound split peas
1 medium onion -- chopped
4 carrots -- cut in large chunks
4 stalks celery -- sliced
4 medium red potatoes -- cubed
1 pound cubed ham and/or
1 ham bone
pinch thyme, basil, and dill
2 tablespoons parsley

Combine all ingredients in a 8 quart stockpot. Fill with water. Cover
and cook on high 20 minutes or until boiling. Stirring occassionally,
cook on low 60 to 70 minutes or until peas are soft. If desired,
remove about 2 cups of the soup and blend until smooth in a blender.
Return to pot and mix in for a thicker soup. Recipe by Lynn Thomas
dcqp82a. Lynn's notes: This makes a delicious soup and it's easy to
do. Serve with crusty bread or Rosemary rolls.

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