1. Cut the vegetables into a medium dice
You can use onions if leeks are hard to find.
Rinse the Split Peas
Saute the ham and leeks or onions till they sweat.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the rinsed split peas and broth, bay leaf, and thyme to the pot.
Bring to a boil.
(instead of the diced ham you can add the ham hock or ham bone now.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the peas are tender.
Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if needed.
A Great way to serve Anderson's Pea Soup is
a way they offer it at the restaurant. in a Bread Bowl.
Serve the toppings on the side.
Toppings can be cheddar cheese, bacon, ham, green onions, croutons.
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