Split Pea Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Add water to peas, boil 2 minutes, remove from heat, cover tightly and soak 1 hour.
2. 2
   Add remaining ingredients.
3. 3
   Cook slowly till peas are tender, 45 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove ham bone.
5. 5
   Rub peas through sieve or leave unstrained, season.
6. 6
   If soup is too thick, add water.
7. 7
   Garnish with ham.