Ingredients

  • 1 lb split peas
  • 1/2 lb ham
  • 2 lbs ham hocks
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup carrot, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 10 cups water
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Method

  • Place ham shanks, peas, and water in pot and bring to boil.
  • Simmer 2 hours or until peas are soft.
  • Add onions, carrots, pepper, garlic, and seasonings.
  • Simmer for 1 hour.
  • Remove ham shanks.
  • Add tomatoes and ham.
  • Simmer 15 minutes.