1 lb. pkg. green split peas
Water
1 lg. ham bone
3 med. potatoes, peeled, cut in pieces
3 carrots, peeled, cut in pieces
1 lg. onion, peeled, quartered
1 bay leaf
Salt & pepper

1. Soak peas overnight in water to cover; drain.

2. Place peas in Dutch oven with ham bone, potatoes, carrots, onion, bay leaf, 4 quarts water and salt and pepper to taste.

3. Cook over low heat approximately 4 hours, stirring occasionally.

4. Remove ham bone and bay leaf. Place soup in blender, blend until smooth. Taste to correct seasonings. Reheat and serve piping hot. Makes 10 servings.