1 lb. split peas
2 1/2 to 3 qt. water
1/2 c. diced carrots
1/2 c. chopped onions
1/8 tsp. thyme
bay leaf
2 tsp. salt
ham bone with meat
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tbsp. butter

Place peas in water; soak overnight. Cook carrots and onions for 10 minutes or until soft; add to peas. Add thyme, bay leaf, salt and ham bone. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer about 2 hours. Remove bone. Can put in blender. Then add sugar and butter.