*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                          Mormon Split Pea Soup

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Soups & Stews                    Vegetable
                Four Star

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      Tablespoons   Butter
   1      Cup           Onion -- chopped
   2      Cups          Dried Split Peas -- washed
   3      Quarts        Water
   3      Medium        Potatoes -- peeled & grated
     1/2  Teaspoon      Marjoram
   2      Teaspoons     Salt
     1/4  Teaspoon      Pepper
     1/2  Cup           Celery -- chopped

In a heavy 5 to 6 quart casserole, melt butter over medium heat.  Add onions
and celery.  Cook 5 minutes until soft, not brown.  Stir in split peas and
water.  Bring to a boil.  Skim off any scum that may form.
Add potatoes, marjoram, salt and pepper. 
Cook about 1 1/2 hours.

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