Split Pea Soup

1. 1

   Melt butter in 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat until sizzling.

2. 2

   Add celery and onion; cook 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Add all ingredients except salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Cook over medium heat 12-14 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low.

6. 6

   Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, 1 hour or until soup begins to thicken.

7. 7

   Remove ham shanks.

8. 8

   Continue cooking 30 minutes.

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