Instructions: Place split peas and knuckle of bacon in boiler, cover with water and soak overnight. Drain the peas & knuckle then place in a boiler with the fresh water & bring to the boil. Cover & simmer for 2 hours. Microwave the butter, onion, potato & celery on High 8 min. Remove knuckle from pan, cool slightly then remove the meat from the bone discarding the fat. Dice the meat & set aside. Add the vegetables, cover & simmer until tender. Cool slightly, blend & add meat & salt & pepper to taste.

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