Split Pea Soup For Freezer Recipes

Steps:

• In a large stock pot, cover peas with 2 quarts cold water and soak overnight. If you need a faster method, simmer the peas gently for 2 minutes, and then soak for l hour.
• Once peas are soaked, add ham bone, onion, salt, pepper and marjoram. Cover, bring to boil and then simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
• Remove bone; cut off meat, dice and return meat to soup. Add celery, carrots and potatoes. Cook slowly, uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, combine water, broth, ham, split peas, bay leaves, marjoram and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
• Uncover, stir in carrots, celery and onions. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered for 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaves and discard. Stir to combine (mixture may appear separated). Serve immediately or cool for 30 minutes.
• To Freeze: Divide cooled soup among three 2 quart containers. Cover; label. Freeze up to 3 months.
• To reheat frozen soup, transfer soup to large saucepan. Cook, cobered, over medium-low heat about 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.