"Truth is the torch that gleams through the fog without dispelling it." ~ Claude Adrien Helvetius ~ Evening fog (old apple tree and friends) _______________ CLASSIC SPLIT PEA SOUP ~ Time to put the kettle on ... _______________ 2 lbs. split green peas 1 meaty ham bone 2 cups chopped onion or leeks 2 cups chopped celery and leaves 6 large chopped carrots 2 cloves minced garlic 4 quarts organic chicken broth bunch of chopped parsley 4 bay leaves 1-2 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme (2 tsp. dried) coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 2 cups slivered cooked ham Rinse and drain peas, picking out any stones. Spray large stockpot with Pam. Inside place peas and ham bone and cover with chicken broth and additional water (or white wine to cover bone). Add vegetables, garlic, bay leaves and thyme. Season with salt & pepper. Bring to a simmer, skimming scum off top. Cover loosely and cook 1 hour until peas are tender, stirring often. Remove bone and bay leaves. Either press through si...
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