Split Pea Soup
["1 lb. green split peas", "1 meaty ham bone, or 1 c. finely chopped ham", "1 1/2 c. diced onion", "1 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. pepper", "1/4 tsp. marjoram", "1/4 tsp. cumin", "1 c. finely diced celery", "1 c. finely diced carrots", "2 qt. cold water"]
["Soak peas in water overnight, or simmer 2 minutes and let soak 1 hour.", "Add ham, onion and seasoning.", "Bring to a boil.", "Reduce heat and simmer 1 1/2 hours.", "Add vegetables and simmer 40 minutes.", "If too thick, add more water."]
["green split peas", "ham bone", "onion", "salt", "pepper", "marjoram", "cumin", "celery", "carrots", "cold water"]