Canadian pea soup
 

Canadian pea soup
Ingredients
1 lb dried whole or split peas
1/2 lb salt pork
12 cups of water
3 medium onions, minced
2 carrots, cubed
2 or 3 bay leaves
1 handful chopped celery leaves
a few sprigs parsley, chopped
1 tsp savory

Directions
Wash and drain the peas. Put in a large pot with all the other
ingredients. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from
heat and let stand for 1 hour. Bring to a boil again, reduce
heat and simmer covered for 1 hour, or until the peas are done.
Season with salt and pepper.