Pea Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. split peas
1 onion, chopped
3 to 4 carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 to 3 medium potatoes, cubed
salt and pepper to taste
1 ham bone, with meat or 1 lb. smoked sausage or use both

Preparation

Wash peas in pan. Add 2 quarts water. Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
Let peas soak overnight. Add all veggies and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until tender. Add meat and simmer for 2 to 3 hours.