Jinny’s Split Pea Soup
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb. split green peas, washed
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 rib of celery, chopped
- 3 carrots, diced
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1 ham bone + water for stock
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
- ¼ cup dry sherry
Directions:
- Put a large pot of water on to boil, add the ham bone and reduce to simmer.
- Meanwhile place another large pot on medium high heat. When the pan is hot, add the olive oil. Sauté onions, celery, carrots, and ham until the onions are translucent.
- Add 2 quarts of the ham bone stock and the washed split peas. Cook on medium low heat for 1 1/2 hours. More stock may be added as needed. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Add rosemary and sherry and cook ½ hour more. Serve with a dollop of sour cream to garnish.
