Split Pea Soup for a Crowd

Yield:	24 Servings
Categories:	Soups, Stews

2	lg	Onions; chopped
8		Stalks celery; chopped
1/4	c	Olive oil
6	qt	Water
8		Chicken bouillon cubes
4	lb	Split peas
1	ts	Dried oregano
1	ts	Garlic powder
1		Bay leaf
4	c	Ham; trimmed and cubed
5	md	Carrot; diced
		Fresh ground black pepper; to taste