Well-Seasoned Cookbook

flavorful recipes perfected over time

Chunky Split Pea Soup (Ham Bone Dinner)

Combine in large kettle:

2 cups dried yellow or green split peas

4 peppercorns

1 ham bone

salt to taste

water to cover

2 onions, diced

Bring to boil, then simmer 2-3 hours until peas are done, adding water if necessary. Remove ham bone, cut off meat and chop finely.

Add to soup:

ham bits

6 carrots, sliced

1 green pepper, chopped

Cook until carrots are done, about 30 minutes. Makes 6-8 servings.