Lickety Split Pea Soup

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can peas
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1/2 cup finely diced carrots
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt, pepper and thyme to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. Place peas with liquid and 1 cup water in blender to puree, about 30 seconds.
2. Transfer to pot and add ham, carrots, onions, celery and bay leaf. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Halfway through cooking, add seasonings to taste.