Dried Split-Pea Soup

 

Ingredients

• Beef bone of one-two pounds (or roast-beef bones and gravy).
• Slice of ham.
• Gallon of cold water.
• Two cups of split peas or white beans.
• Two carrots.
• Two turnips.
• Two large onions.
• Celery stalk.
• Thyme.
• Teaspoon of mixed black and red pepper. 

Directions

1. In a pot add the water, ham, beef bone, peas (or beans), and vegetables. 
2. When the vegetables are soft (approx. two hours), strain the soup.
3. Add salt to liking and place over heat for a few moments to boil.
4. Pour over toasted bread. 

Source — La Cuisine Creole
Prepared by Ben Mosery
Louisiana Anthology
March 28, 2022