Old-Fashioned Split Pea Soup Recipe

Ingredients

Directions

1. Servings: 4 Salt Pepper *FOR GARNISHING* Diced ham Cover split peas with 6 cups of boiling water, let soak for 1 hour.
2. Add hambone, carrot, onions, potato, celery and green pepper.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Simmer until peas are tender.
5. Add water if needed, simmer for 5 to 10 minutes longer.
6. Pour into soup bowls, garnish with diced ham.
7. Note: The method of preparation, inclusion of ham, and the economy of this recipe are all reflect the influence of New England's French Canadian Population.