Split Pea Soup

By Nilson

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried split peas
• Ham with bone and extra ham cut in cubes
• 3 quarts cold water
• 3 large carrots chopped
• 3 stalks celery chopped
• 1 large onion chopped
• 1 potato shredded (may use more)
• fresh pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• Bay leaf

Preparation

Step 1

Place everything in large pot. Cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 4-5 hours, stirring frequently. If too thick, thin with water or another shredded potato. Serve with some kind of cheese grated on top: Swiss parmesan etc.