On 2007-08-01, jmcquown <jmcquown@bellsouth.net> wrote:

> Never occurred to me cornstarch could simulate peas in split pea soup!

Does not simulate or even replace. Just provides body or thickness
without substance.

I add nothing but peas, miropoix, and bones/stock, then reduce till
quite thick. With a couple good hocks, it will be most jelly-like
when chilled.

nb