Purée of Yellow Split Peas

Ingredients

• 1 oz (25 g) reduced-sodium bacon, coarsely chopped
• 1 onion, coarsely chopped
• 2 large carrots, coarsely chopped
• 4 stalks celery, coarsely chopped, with leaves reserved
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 cups (500 mL) yellow or green split peas
• 2 bouquet garnie (see below)
• 2 quarts (2 L) vegetable or chicken stock
• 1/8 tsp (1/2 mL) pepper