Split Pea Soup (((Best Pea Soup Ever)))

This recipe was developed by my partner, Dean Ramsey and everyone just raves about it, because it's the BEST PEA SOUP you have ever tasted!

• Ready In: 3 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 8-12

Ingredients

• 2 (16 ounce) bags  split peas
• 2  medium carrots (diced)
• 1  large onion (diced)
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder (granulated)
• 2  medium potatoes (diced)
• 1  meaty ham bone or 2  smoked pork shanks
• 2  bay leaves
•  salt & pepper
•  crusty bread (optional)

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into a large stew pot.
2. Cover ingredients with water about 2 inches above the top of the ingredients.
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for about 3 hours, or until peas are pureed and slightly thickened.
5. Serve with a crusty bread if desired.