In a large soup pot, combine the split peas, savory, bay leaf and half the stock, start to boil. Place 2 cups of stock(or water) in a blender and add the onion, carrot, celery and chile, and spin this until well mixed, and the veggies are small pieces, then add this to soup pot. Turn to simmer and partially cover, and let this go for about an hour, checking for liquidity once in awhile....do not let get too dry. Add ham, lemon juice, smoked hab powder(or chipotles) and let cook for another half hour or more, adding water if needed. This is a thick pea soup, and the flavor is wonderful, smokey and rich. For Rain, and any other vegans add about half a lb of tofu, cut into small pieces. I also had some gnochi which I added as well. With this, Marie made Judy Howle's recipe of Chile Cheese Squares.....anyone want this recipe, ask Judy, or me. It is also tremendous. First recipe posted for awhile, Happy New Year!! Doug in BC