1 lb. split peas
1 lg. bell pepper, chopped
1 lg. onion, chopped
3 ribs celery, chopped
3 lg. carrots, chopped
1/2 ham hock (or chunks of ham)
3 qts. water
Salt, pepper and garlic salt to taste

Mix all ingredients and bring to a boil. Let simmer 4-6 hours.