cleanfreshcuisine 
Hearty and delicious, here is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night!
Always thoroughly rinse the peas the night before and soak in cold water for about 12 hours prior to using.
Place ham bone in a large stock pot.
Drain and rinse the peas and add to the pot.
Cover ham bone and peas with water and bring to a low boil over medium high heat. Cook, stirring frequently for about 45 minutes.
Mince the onion, chop the celery and carrots. Add the onion, carrots, celery, spices and butter to the soup.
Lower heat to low and let simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove ham bone and shred meat. Add to soup. Serve with a salad and some crackers or rolls.
Ingredients
Directions
Always thoroughly rinse the peas the night before and soak in cold water for about 12 hours prior to using.
Place ham bone in a large stock pot.
Drain and rinse the peas and add to the pot.
Cover ham bone and peas with water and bring to a low boil over medium high heat. Cook, stirring frequently for about 45 minutes.
Mince the onion, chop the celery and carrots. Add the onion, carrots, celery, spices and butter to the soup.
Lower heat to low and let simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove ham bone and shred meat. Add to soup. Serve with a salad and some crackers or rolls.
