How To make Split Pea Soup 2

1 Pound Green Split Peas
3 Quarts Water
1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt
2 1/2 Tablespoons Butter
1 1/2 Cups Carrots

sliced
1 Cup Sweet Potato :

diced
1 Cup Chopped Onion
1/2 Cup Celery

chopped
1/2 Teaspoon Marjoram
1/2 Teaspoon Cumin
1 Teaspoon Basil
2 Cloves Garlic :

minced
1/2 Cup White Wine
Black Pepper -- to taste
Put peas in large pot with water and salt; bring to boil, lower heat and simmer for 1 hour. Skim off foam and discard. Saut