My Homemade Split Pea Soup ~ A Favorite of My Family

We are going into autumn here so it's time to make some split pea soup! 2 tbs olive oil or garlic infused olive oil 1/2 med to large onion, chopped 2-3 cloves garlic, chopped or grated 32 oz box of chicken or vegetable stock 2 lbs split green peas, rinsed water 2-3 lbs smoked pork hocks, neck or shoulder bones ~ Optional 1 lb ham, cut into small pieces ~Optional



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