Split Pea Soup

Directions

1. 1
   In a six-quart kettle boil ham bone that still has some meat left, about 1/2 hour.Take meat from the bone and keep 2 quarts of the water.
2. 2
   Add 1 lb. yellow split peas (which have been rinsed), celery, onion and ham pieces to water and bring to boil, then simmer about 3 hours.
3. 3
   Season with salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Serve hot.