Nelson Family Farms Split Pea & Lentil Soup

This is a very easy, hearty soup that's especially delicious during cold weather. I make it for the neighbors and they love it the basic plit pea recipe with the twist of the lentils being added! This recipes and lots of others featuring legumes can be found at www.farmbuilt.com .

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  cups  split peas
• 1  cup lentils
• 9  cups water
• 2  lbs ham, diced
• 1  tablespoon  minced garlic
• 1  large onion, diced
• 1  cup  sliced celery
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 1  cup  sliced carrot

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to large stock pot.
2. Bring to boil.
3. Lower heat, simmer 60-90 minutes.
4. Add 1 cup water or chicken broth to thin if desired.