2.22.2014

Split Pea Soup Recipe With Ham

Split Pea Soup Recipe With Ham

Yields 4 servings
1 pound dried split peas, rinsed
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 smoked ham hocks or 1 petite ham, diced
4 carrots, diced
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
Salt and black pepper, to taste
7 cups water
About 3 to 4 hours before you plan to eat, combine all ingredients in 4- to 6-quart cast-iron Dutch oven. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and allow to cook slowly until dinner time, stirring occasionally and adding water to thin, as necessary.
Serve with homemade applesauce and fresh baked bread.

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