Pea Soup

2 ¼ c split green peas

about ¼ lb. ham

1 large onion, chopped

1 bay leaf

2 tsp salt

1 tsp dried savory

2 c. diced carrot

salt and pepper

Add peas, salt pork, onion, bay leaf, salt and savory to 12 cups (3 litres) of water in a big pot. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered for 1½ hours. Remove meat. and bay leaf; then puree peas and onions using immersion blender. Chop up the meat and add it back. Add carrots and simmer covered for 30 minutes or until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Makes about 8 servings.