Split Pea Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

Split Pea Soup

Recipe By : Jeff
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soup

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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16 ounces split peas
3 quarts water
1 small ham shank or 4 ham hocks
1 large onion -- chopped
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 bay leaf
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
4 medium potatoes -- peeled and cubed

Combine peas, water, ham shank or hocks, onion, bouillon and seasonings.
Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours. Remove shank, trim meat from bone, and
return to pot. Stir in carrots, celery and potatoes. Cover and simmer 2-2
1/2 hours.

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