"Not a winter goes by that I don't fix at least one batch of this traditional pea soup. It's a hot and hearty meal that really warms up my family...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound dried green split peas (2 cups)
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7 cups water
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1 teaspoon canola oil
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2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
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2 cups chopped carrots
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1 cup chopped celery
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1 cup chopped onion
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1 cup diced peeled potato
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1 teaspoon salt, optional
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 cup minced fresh parsley