INGREDIENTS
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1 (16 oz.) pkg. dried green split peas, rinsed
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1 hambone, or 2 meaty ham hocks, or 2 c. diced ham
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3 carrots, peeled & sliced
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1 med. onion, chopped
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2 stalks of celery plus leaves, chopped
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1 or 2 cloves of garlic, minced
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1 bay leaf
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1/4 c. fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
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1 tbsp. seasoned salt (or to taste)
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1/2 tsp. fresh pepper
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1 1/2 qts. hot water