Pea SoupReduced Fat

Ingredients

• 2 c dry split peas
• 2 qt water
• 4 slices raw bacon
• 1 onion chopped
• 3 bay leaves
• 12 c chopped carrots
• 14 c chopped celery
• pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat all ingredients until boiling then simmer until peas are done about 2 to 3 hours