Ingredients
20 oz dried split peas
6 cups water
2 15-oz cans chicken broth
1 lb smoked ham cubes or cut up ham steak
1 large carrot, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 large potato, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 Tbsp butter
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
Directions
Combine all ingredients in stockpot. Cover and heat to boiling.
Reduce heat and simmer until the peas take on a smooth texture. (usually about 1 1/2 hours)