1 lb. yellow split peas
3 qts. water
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 tsp. salt
1 onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
4 whole allspice
4 whole peppercorns
1 c. diced carrots

Boil all ingredients, except carrots, slowly for about 4 hours or until peas are tender. Add carrots 2 hours before soup is done.