Steps:
- In a large pot add peas with 6 cups of cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours until the split peas are tender. Add chicken broth, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, sugar, lemon juice, bay leaf and all spices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for another 1/2 hour or until carrots are soft. Remove the bay leaf. Cool slightly. Puree in a blender for a smooth soup or leave as is. Variations: * Omit the chicken stock and simmer the soup with a ham bone, for a traditional split pea and ham soup. * While peas are simmering, in another pot, cook 1/2 cup of barley with 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until most of the water has been absorbed. Drain and rinse barley with cold water. Add barley to pureed pea mixture. Heat soup and serve. * Replace the chicken stock with vegetable stock for a hearty and healthy vegetarian soup recipe. This soup freezes well. Put individual servings in the freezer for quick meals on cold days. Serves 8
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