Yellow Split Pea Soup

I lb yellow split peas or red lentils (1 bag)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion diced

2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 carrots diced
2 stalks of celery, sliced
1 medium potatoe, small dice
1-2 cups cooked escarole, chopped
2 tbsp parsley
2 chicken bullion cubes
8 cups of water
salt and pepper

Optional - bacon bits, ham, pancetta, etc.

Saute onion, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes and parsley in olive oil till softened.
Add peas which you have rinsed and sorted
Add water and bullion
Season to taste
Bring to a mild simmer, cover partially and cook for about 30 minutes
Add cooked escarole and cook till peas are tender.
Small, cooked pasta can be added right before serving

Enjoy! ~Lucille