Split Pea Soup with Leeks and Dill - Ellie Krieger

Ingredients

• Several large sprigs fresh dill (about 1/2 medium bunch), plus more for optional garnish
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, washed well and chopped
• 1 medium carrot (about 2 ounces), diced
• 2 ribs celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided, plus more to taste
• 1 pound dried green split peas, rinsed and picked over for stones
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth