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Split Pea Soup with Ham

This hearty split pea soup with ham is the perfect cold weather comfort food, transforming leftover ham into a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Split Peas Dried, rinsed, and picked over
  • 1 piece or 2 cups Ham Bone or Ham Hock Adds rich flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped small
  • 2 stalks Celery Sliced, optional
  • 2 Carrots Peeled and diced, optional
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced or smashed
  • 1 Bay Leaf For background flavor
  • 6 cups Broth or Water Chicken or vegetable broth preferred
  • To taste Salt & Pepper Especially if using salty ham

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large soup pot, sauté onion, celery, and carrots in a splash of oil or butter until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  • Add the ham bone (or chopped ham), split peas, bay leaf, and broth or water to the pot.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer gently.
  • Stir occasionally, ensuring nothing sticks to the bottom of the pot.
  • After about an hour and a half, check the peas for creaminess and softness; they should be ready to eat.
  • Stir in salt, pepper, and any additional herbs as desired.

Notes

For creamy soup, cook longer and stir more. For a chunkier texture, stir less. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgFiber: 15gSugar: 3g
Keyword Comfort Food, Fall Recipes, hearty soup, Leftover Ham, Split Pea Soup
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