Split Pea Soup

Name: Split Pea Soup
Ingredients: 16 oz package of split peas; 3 quarts of water; 1 small ham shank; 1 large onion finely chopped; 2 chicken bullion cubes or 2 tablespoons of instant bullion; 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon of oregeno; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of pepper; 1 bay leaf; 1 1/2 cup thin sliced carrots; 1 cup chopped celery

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Ingredients

16 oz package of split peas
3 quarts of water
1 small ham shank
1 large onion finely chopped
2 chicken bullion cubes or 2 tablespoons of instant bullion
1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon of oregeno
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 cup thin sliced carrots
1 cup chopped celery

Directions

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In large pot combine peas, water, ham shank, onion, bullion and seasonings. Simmer uncovered for 1 1/2 hours. Remove ham shank and remove meat from bone and return meat to soup. Throw out bone. Stir in carrots and celery and simmer another 2 to 2 and 1/2 hours until thickened. Makes six 1 and 1/2 cup servings.