Description
Experience the heartwarming delight of Split Pea Soup, a classic comfort food that’s perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This hearty dish combines green split peas, tender ham, and fresh vegetables to create a thick and creamy texture that’s simply irresistible. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this soup can stand alone as a main dish or serve as a satisfying side. Whether you’re using leftover ham or starting from scratch, this easy recipe promises warmth and satisfaction in every bowl.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups finely diced onion
- 1 cup finely diced carrots
- 1 cup finely diced celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1–½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1–½ cups green split peas (rinsed)
- 8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 meaty ham bone (or ham hocks)
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper; cook until softened. Stir in garlic and spices for an additional minute.
- Simmer the soup: Add split peas, ham bone, bay leaves, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 60–90 minutes.
- Shred the ham: Remove the ham bone, shred the meat off it, return it to the pot, and discard bones/fat.
- Blend for creaminess: Remove about 2 cups of soup and blend until smooth; return to pot.
- Final seasoning & serve: Taste your soup, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot with hearty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg