Split Pea Soup with Cheddar Crisps

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Melt the butter in a skillet and saute shallots until softened, about 5 minutes. Add ham and curry powder. Cook, stirring about 2 minutes. Add soup and cook until hot; about 5 minutes.
2. Place bread slices on a baking sheet. Mound cheese evenly on each slice and sprinkle with paprika. Bake about 5 minutes to melt cheese. Serve crisps on side with soup.