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Split Peas With Ham
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 6
from the South Beach cookbook - totally yummy
Ingredients:
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cayenne
4 cups chicken broth
1 smoked ham hock
1 bay leaf
12 ounces yellow split peas
Directions:
1. Saute garlic, celery, carrot in oil with red pepper & cumin.
2. Add chicken broth, ham, bay leaf. split peas and simmer till cooked, about 45 minutes. Mash or blend peas - i use a hand blender, but you could use a blender, food processor, or even a hand masher.
By RecipeOfHealth.com