Old-Fashioned Split Pea Soup

      1 c  Split peas
      1    Hambone or pieces of cubed - ham
      1    Carrot; grated
      2 md Onions; minced
      1    Potato; grated
    1/4 c  Diced celery
    1/4 c  Green pepper; finely chopped
    Salt Pepper *FOR GARNISHING* Diced ham

Cover split peas with 6 cups of boiling water, let soak for 1 hour. Add hambone, carrot, onions, potato, celery and green pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer until peas are tender. Add water if needed, simmer for 5 to 10 minutes longer. Pour into soup bowls, garnish with diced ham. 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.


Yield: 4 Servings