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Ingredients
- 1 c. dried split peas
- 2 qt. cold water
- 1 lb. ham pieces
- 1/2 small onion, chopped
- 1 c. chopped carrots
- 1 c. chopped celery (optional)
- 4 Tbsp. butter or margarine
- 3 Tbsp. flour
- 1 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 2 c. cold milk or 1 c. evaporated milk, diluted with 1 c. water
Method
- Pick over peas; cover with cold water and soak overnight. Drain.
- Add cold water, ham pieces, onion and carrots.
- Simmer 4 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender.
- Melt butter; add flour and stir to make a smooth paste.
- Add pepper, salt and milk. If too thick, add more milk.
- (If the celery is added, it should be put in during the last hour of cooking.)
- Garnish with croutons and toasted almond slices if desired.
