1 ham bone
4 1/2 c. water
2 c. chicken stock
2 c. rinsed split peas
2/3 c. chopped leeks
1 c. whipping cream
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/8 tsp. marjoram
1/2 tsp. ground pepper
1/3 c. chopped celery
2 1/2 c. milk
Optional: 3/4 c. chopped ham or chopped chicken

Place hambone in large pot. Add water, chicken stock and peas, boil, skim fat off. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes. Add veggies and seasonings, simmer 30 to 40 minutes more. Gradually stir in milk and cream. Add ham or chicken. Simmer 10 minutes.