Split Pea Soup With Ham - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 cups ham, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 cups water
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 lb dried split peas, washed and sorted
1 -2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
salt and pepper

Preparation

Saute vegetables and ham in oil until tender, 8-10 minutes. Add water, chicken broth, split peas, bouillon and marjoram; heat to boiling.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until peas are tender, 60-90 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.