Grandma's Split Pea Soup

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 60 Minutes

Ready In: 80 Minutes

Servings: 6

This soup will warm you to the bone. A must after you make a ham.

Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) bag green peas

10 cups water

1 large shallot (diced)

1 tablespoon minced garlic clove

1 tablespoon chicken bouillon (powdered)

1/4 teaspoon thyme

1/4 teaspoon savory

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 dash salt

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1 ham bone

1/2 cup cooked ham (small pieces)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 bay leaf

Directions:

1. In large saucepot heat olive oil and add shallots.
2. Wait 3 minutes then add garlic.
3. wait 3 minutes add water then all other ingredients.
4. bring to a boil then drop to a simmer for 1 hour with cover on but tilted to vent.
5. serve with some good croutons.

By RecipeOfHealth.com