Split Pea Soup With Kielbasa - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. green split peas
2 1/2 qt. water
1 meaty ham bone
1 1/2 c. onion, diced
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. marjoram
1 c. celery, diced
1 c. carrots, diced
1 lb. kielbasa, sliced

Preparation

Wash peas well and add to water with the ham bone, onion and seasonings.
Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Remove bone and puree the peas through a strainer or in a blender; return to pan and add remaining ingredients, reserving some of the kielbasa for garnish when ready to serve.
Cook slowly for another hour.
Salt to taste.