On the heels of Christmas, I bumped into my neighbor in the hallway. They shirked tradition this year and baked a ham instead of the usual turkey. She asked if my dog Riley would like a ham bone. Hmmm...well it's Christmas and he deserves a little spoiling so "yes, he would love a ham bone!" A few hours later, there was a knock on my door and the bone was delivered. Half joking, it was suggested that I might enjoy it before Riley. I laughed but upon inspection, I realized that I had the perfect makings for a ham and split pea soup. Could I? Should I? Riley won't know....will he?
Well, in the effort of honesty, I made it in front of him and though it may not look like much, it's beautiful and multi-rewarding. The rich and grainy broth, the sweet and oh-so-tender pieces of ham throughout. This soup holds promise of warmth and comfort on many a cold January evening. So thank you Riley for being so darn cute and thank you neighbor for being generous with your leftovers!
Well, in the effort of honesty, I made it in front of him and though it may not look like much, it's beautiful and multi-rewarding. The rich and grainy broth, the sweet and oh-so-tender pieces of ham throughout. This soup holds promise of warmth and comfort on many a cold January evening. So thank you Riley for being so darn cute and thank you neighbor for being generous with your leftovers!
