Split Pea Soup

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   Combine first 3 ingredients in large kettle and bring to a boil.

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   Then set back to simmer and cover, cooking for 1 hour.

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   At this time, add all the vegetables and spices up to the optional cayenne.

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   Cook until tender.

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   Put soup through a blender using puree to coarse setting then return to kettle.

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   You may have to add some broth or water.

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   Finally, to bind and thicken soup, mix butter which is melted with flour and a little soup.

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   Return all this to the rest of the soup and stir until thickened.

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   Serve with cornbread or just crackers.

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    Keeps well after cooling in the refrigerator.

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    Take out what you want; add a little water; heat and eat.

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