Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs split peas
  • 2 quarts water
  • 1 1/2 ounces ham soup base
  • 1/2 ounce chicken base
  • 12 ounces ham, diced
  • 1 bunch celery, diced
  • 2 -3 onions, diced
  • 1 lb carrot, diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder (Not Salt)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic granules (Not Salt)
  • 1 tablespoon sodium-free seasoning (ie, Mrs. Dash)
  • 1 tablespoon season coarse salt
  • 1/4 cup parsley flakes (fresh or dried)
  • 1/2 lb bacon, diced,browned (optional)

Method

  • -Rinsesplit peas in water.
  • -Addboth ham,and chicken base to water and simmer.
  • -Addsplit peas and simmer till cooked, Stirring constantly.
  • -Peeland dice carrots, celery, and onions.
  • -Mincegarlic, or purchase it in the jar already minced.
  • -Peeland dice potatoes and keep covered with water until needed.
  • -Whenpeas are cooked and well blended, add seasonings, carrots, celery, onions, diced ham and potatoes.
  • (bacon if so desired).
  • -Simmeruntil vegetables are tender.
  • Approx.
  • 1 hour.
  • Stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  • -Adjustseasoning if desired, and enjoy with crackers.