1 lb. ham piece (boneless ham slice works well), trim fat, cut into small chunks
Instructions
* start by cooking the bacon over low to medium heat in an 8 quart saucepan or Dutch oven
* when about half cooked add onion and cook together until the onions clear
* add the chicken broth, ham, carrots, celery, and water
* heat to a boil, stir in the peas and reduce heat to a simmer with a cover
* stir occasionally
* cook 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until the peas soften and break down
* add a little more water if needed
Serving
Suggestions
serve with croutons
Originally Submitted
5/2/2008
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