INGREDIENTS
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1 tbsp. olive oil
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1 1/2 c. diced onion
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1 c. diced celery
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1 c. diced carrot
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1 tbsp. finely chopped garlic
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1 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves
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1 bay leaf
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1 bag dried split green peas
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7 c. low-sodium chicken broth
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2 smoked ham hocks
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1/4 c. dry sherry (optional)
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1/2 tsp. Salt
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1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
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1 1/2 c. frozen green peas
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2 tbsp. chopped mint
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Seasoned croutons (optional)
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Sour cream (optional)