Andersen's Split Pea Soup

Split Pea Soup from Andersen's Pea Soup Restaurant

8 cups water 2 cups green split peas 1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped 1 large carrot, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 1/4 t. thyme Dash red pepper 1 bay leaf Salt, pepper

Mix water, peas, celery, carrot, onion, thyme, red pepper and bay leaf in large kettle. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Boil vigorously for 20 minutes. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer until split peas are tender. Press soup through a fine sieve and reheat to boiling point. Serves 8 Source: My Old Recipes

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