Split Pea Soup

Ingredients

 * 2-3 teaspoon cumin
 * ½ teaspoon herb pepper seasoning
 * ½ teaspoon allspice
 * dash of garlic (to taste)
 * dash of parsley
 * 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon
 * 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
 * salt and pepper to taste
 * 1 teaspoon dry mustard (or 1-2 teaspoon prepared mustard)
 * 1 to 2 cans chicken broth
 * 3 stalks celery, chopped
 * 3 carrots, grated or chopped
 * 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
 * ½ onion, chopped
 * 2 pounds ham, cubed
 * 1 bag of green split peas

Directions

 * 1) In large stockpot add the above ingredients.
 * 2) Cover ingredients with water, plus two inches extra, and bring to a boil.
 * 3) Cook on medium for three to four hours (or low for five to six hours).
 * 4) Serve.