Split Pea Vegetable Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. dry split peas, rinsed
2 1/2 qt. water
7 to 8 whole allspice, tied in cheesecloth bag
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
6 large potatoes, peeled and cut in 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.