1 lb. split green peas
1 leftover ham bone with some meat still on it
3 qts. water
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 1/2 c. celery, diced
3 med. onions, cut fine
3 potatoes, peeled & diced
2 carrots, peeled & sliced thin
Parsley, to taste
1 c. milk

Soak peas overnight in cold water to cover completely. Cook with ham bone in fresh water to cover for 2 hours. Add salt and pepper to vegetables and cook for 1 hour longer, or until everything is tender. Add parsley and milk and cook for 10 more minutes. Serves 6 hungry people.