Split Pea Soup

I woke up yesterday craving split pea soup. Why not? It's hearty, filling, delicious and a breeze to prepare, even if it isn't a dish one would ordinarily think of as Spring awakens. But it was so very cold and windy and cravings are cravings and usually nonsensical when it comes to foods. At least this craving is good for me and healthy, and really hit the spot!





1 TBL Olive oil
1 TBL unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, diced
2 oz prosciutto, diced
3/4 cup onions, diced fine
1 cup carrots, grated
1 hamhock or hambone
3 cup chicken stock
2 cup water
32 oz dried split peas
ground pepper
1 TBL dried savory

In a large pot heat the olive oil and butter. Add onions, garlic, carrots and prosciutto. Saute until slightly tender, 10 minutes or so. Add rinsed dried peas, chicken stock, water, and ham hock to the soup.

Bring soup to a boil and then simmer covered until peas are very tender and breaking up--about 2 hours.

Serve warm with a nice crusty bread and dig in! Enjoy.