Split Pea Soup

Step 1

Rinse peas and drain well.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine peas, ham, water, broth, parsley, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer covered for 1 hour.

Step 3

Add in celery, carrots, onion, pepper, thyme, and salt. Cover and simmer 45 minutes more.

Step 4

Remove ham bone and chop meat. Return meat to soup and cook on low 20-30 minutes or until tender and thickened.

Step 5

Discard bay leaf and serve.