Ingredients
1 lb bag of split peas
3 quarts (12 cups) water
1 large onion minced
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/16 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon ginger
½ to 2 lbs ham hock (if desired)
Directions
Put all ingredients into a very large pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 3 hours
Put into a blender, small amounts at a time, Puree.
“We only sip ours out of a cup, but use a bowl and spoon if you so desire!”
