Split Pea Soup

1 lb (2¼-2½  cups) green split peas
7-9 cups water
2 medium onions
¼ cup oil or butter
3-5 tsp. tamari
2 tsp. parsley
1½ tsp. sea salt
1-2 tsp. honey
1 tsp. each: basil, oregano, mint leaves
½  tsp. each: thyme and kelp
¼ tsp. each: marjoram and savory
Optional: 1-2 potatoes and/or carrots—chopped small and presteamed

Cook split peas and water 1½ to 1¾ hours on medium until peas totally dissolve into the liquid. Then add the onions, herbs. veg. Cook medium-to-low heat 20-25 min.