I made split pea soup last night. Perfect for a cold evening.

I sauted 2 large carots, 3 stalks celery & one whole medium onion. Cut into small pieces. (In about 3 tbs of olive oil) Sautee until fragrent.

Add in your ham; about 3 cups, cut up into bite size pieces, Plus the ham bone. Add in your package of split peas (1 package is 1 lb) Then add 6-8 cups chicken stock or water..(I did half & half) Just until everything is covered. Simmer for about 1 hour. Til a nice thick consistancy. Serve with a little parm & black pepper.