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Ingredients
1 1/2 Cups split peas
1 Ham bone
1/2 Cup carrots, diced
2 Ribs celery, diced
2 Medium onions, sliced
8 Peppercorns
2 Bay leaves
8 Cups boiling water
1/2 Cup light cream
Salt & pepper to taste
3/4 Teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Wash peas and drain. Put peas with ham bone, vegetables, seasonings, and water in kettle. Cover and simmer over low heat until peas are soft, about 3 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Remove bone. Force soup through sieve or blend in blender. Add cream, salt and pepper to taste, and sugar. Reheat and serve.