Bacon Split Pea Soup [0000649] Ingredients: 1 cup green split peas (gluten-free) 6 cups gluten-free chicken broth 1 cup carrots, diced 1 cup celery, diced 1 onion, chopped 4 slices bacon, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste 1 bay leaf Steps: Rinse the gluten-free green split peas under cold water and set aside. In a pot, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until onions are translucent. Stir in diced carrots and celery, cooking for a few minutes. Add the rinsed green split peas, gluten-free chicken broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until peas are tender. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed. Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup for a thicker consistency.