MUM'S FRENCH-CANADIAN PEA SOUP

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This is based on French-Canadian Pea Soup. My Mum used to add dumplings to the pot so it made a very satifsying meal in itself.

Provided by Lorrie in Montreal

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb yellow split peas
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
2 medium carrots, grated
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
1 ham bone
7 cups water
1 cup ham, diced

Steps:

  • Saute onions,celery and carrot in oil till softened.
  • Add in the remaining ingredients except diced ham.
  • Bring to a boil then simmer for 2 hours ,stirring occaisionally until split peas are softened.
  • Add in diced ham and simmer till ham is heated.
  • Serve with a nice crusty loaf.

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