Split Pea and Bacon Soup

A nice hearty Soup

• Ready In: 2 hrs
• Serves: 18

Ingredients

• 2  cups  dried split peas
• 1  cup lentils
• 1⁄2 lb bacon (cooked, crumbled)
• 2  tablespoons bacon drippings
• 1⁄2 cup scallion (chopped)
• 8  chicken bouillon cubes
• 12  cups water
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 1  tablespoon garlic (minced)

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to large stock pot bring to a medium boil.
2. Reduce to a slow simmer, for 30 minutes.
3. Add additional seasoning to taste.
4. Let simmer an additional 60 minutes.
5. Reduce to low and keep warm until serving.