pea soup recipe

Pea Soup Recipe **Ingredients:** - 1 pound dried split peas - 1 ham bone or ham hock (optional) - 1 onion, chopped - 2 carrots, chopped - 2 celery stalks, chopped - 2 garlic cloves, minced - 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth - 2 bay leaves - Salt and pepper to taste - Optional: diced ham or bacon for extra flavor