Split Pea & Ham Soup

Ingredients

Instructions

1. In a thick bottomed pot over medium heat, add oil and preheat until it shimmers.
2. Add ham and sauté until lightly browned.
3. Add onions, carrots, celery and garlic and continue to cook until onions become translucent.
4. Add wine and vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
5. Add peas, salt, pepper, thyme and bay leaves and reduce heat to a simmer.
6. Continue simmering for 25-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. When peas are soft and beginning to break down, remove bay leaves and add salt and pepper to taste.