1 lb. bag split peas
1 small ham bone
1 small onion, chopped
1 small carrot, grated
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 small potato, diced

Place peas in enough water to cover peas. Add ham bone, onion, carrot, celery, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until peas are soft. Blend soup so that it is smooth and creamy. Before serving, add water if necessary.