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Ingredients

• 1 lb dried split peas
• 1 smoked ham hock
• 2 leeks, sliced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 8 cups water
• 1 smoked sausage, sliced
• Bay leaf

Instructions

1. 1Combine split peas, ham hock, water, and bay leaf in a large pot and bring to a boil.
2. 2Skim foam, then simmer partially covered 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. 3Add leeks, carrots, celery, and onion and continue simmering 30 minutes until the peas break down.
4. 4Remove ham hock, shred the meat, and discard bone and skin.
5. 5Return shredded meat to the soup along with sliced smoked sausage.
6. 6Simmer 10 more minutes and season to taste before serving thick and hearty.

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