Split Pea Soup

Ingredients

•  2 c dry green split peas
•  7 ½ c water
•  ½ c sweet potato (optional)
•  2-3 c chopped spinach
•  2 stalks celery
•  1 large carrot, cut up
•  1 large onion, chopped
•  ¼ tsp thyme
•  2 tsp salt
•  1 bay leaf
•  ¼ tsp black pepper

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients.
2. Bring to a boil.