Ingredients
2
cups dried green or yellow split peas
1
cup julienne-cut or chopped dry-pack sun-dried tomatoes
2
tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
2
teaspoons dried basil leaves
2
teaspoons dried thyme leaves
2
teaspoons garlic powder
1
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1
teaspoon vegetable oil
1
large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2
cups chopped cooked ham
9
cups water
Preparation
In glass jar or decorative Halloween gift bag, layer soup mix ingredients. Store tightly covered at room temperature up to 2 months.
In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add ham, water and soup mix. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 1 hour or until peas are tender.
