Split Pea Soup with Cubed Ham

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 cups water
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
• 1-1/2 cups dried green split peas
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
• 3 bay leaves
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper