1 lb. whole red peas
1 lb. split peas
4 med. size chopped fine carrots
2 c. chopped ham
1 gallon ham stock or water
Ham base
Pepper to taste
Salt if needed

Soak split peas in cold water overnight (to soften). Next day pour off water and add 1 gallon stock or water to split peas. Boil easily until split peas are 3/4 cooked (they will dissolve). Add whole peas, carrots and cook peas until peas get soft. Add ham and season with ham base, pepper and add salt if needed.