Lobscouse
Eating Well via Annette Pedroze
Thanks to Margaret

1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped fine
1 tsp.garlic, minced (up to 1 Tbsp.)
3 stalks of celery
4 carrots (or 5), peeled and chopped
Turkey ham, chopped (amount to taste) or you can use Canadian bacon or any other meat you choose
3 potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 bay leaves
Dried oregano, to taste
White pepper, to taste
Fresh or dried basil, to taste
1 bag of split peas, soaked (if desired)
4 cups chicken stock
4 cups water

In a stock pot, sauté onion and garlic in oil. Layer on top in this order: celery, carrots, meat, potatoes, seasonings, split peas. Pour on top chicken stock and water. Cover and simmer 2½ - 3 hours. Don't stir while cooking. Stir when ready to serve.

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