Ham and Split Pea Soup
Not everyone loves pea soup. I cannot lie. But peas pack power, baby! They are nutritious, and have tons of fiber. For fun? Slip a few into your next batch of guacamole! -Stacey
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried split peas
- 2 lbs leftover ham meat or a ham shank
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp basil
- 1 small onion chopped
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 quarts water
- 2 medium stalks celery sliced
- 1 medium carrot chopped
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, combine first 7 ingredients. Simmer covered for 1 hour. Stir in celery and carrots. Continue simmering covered, for ½ hour or until peas are tender and soup thickens. Remove any bones, and break meat into small pieces.
