Habitant Pea Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. dried yellow peas
2 qt. plus 1 c. cold water
1/2 lb. salt pork, blanched, fried and minced
1 onion, minced
1/2 c. minced celery
2 carrots, chopped
1/4 c. minced parsley
salt and pepper
1/2 tsp. ground allspice

Preparation

Pick over peas and soak overnight or according to package directions.
Boil for 10 minutes in water to cover.
Drain; discard water.
Place peas in deep kettle.
Add cold water, salt pork, vegetables, salt and pepper to taste and allspice.
Simmer, covered, over lowest possible heat for 2 to 3 hours.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.