Split Pea Vegetable Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. dry split peas, rinsed
2 1/2 qt. water
1/2 tsp. allspice
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
6 carrots, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 c. cubed cooked ham
1/2 medium head cabbage, shredded

Preparation

In a large kettle, combine peas, water, allspice, salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
Stir in potatoes, carrots, onions, ham and cabbage; return to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Makes about 5 quarts.
Freezes well.