Den's Split Pea Soup and Ham Recipe

Name: Den's Split Pea Soup and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs yellow split peas (one pound reserved); 1 ham hocks or 1 ham bone; 8 cups chicken stock (2 store bought boxes); 7 -8 cups water; 12 lb bacon; 2 large carrots (finely chopped); 2 large onions (finely chopped); 2 celery ribs (finely chopped) (optional); 4 garlic cloves (minced); 6 -7 sprigs fresh thyme (or 2 tsp dried thyme, or 2 tsp ground savory); 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon kosher salt (or 2, I prefer allowing people to add salt @ the table); 2 tablespoons fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

3 lbs yellow split peas (one pound reserved)
1 ham hocks or 1 ham bone
8 cups chicken stock (2 store bought boxes)
7 -8 cups water
12 lb bacon
2 large carrots (finely chopped)
2 large onions (finely chopped)
2 celery ribs (finely chopped) (optional)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
6 -7 sprigs fresh thyme (or 2 tsp dried thyme, or 2 tsp ground savory)
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon kosher salt (or 2, I prefer allowing people to add salt @ the table)
2 tablespoons fresh ground pepper

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["- Slice bacon into 1"" squares, then fry, set aside, (reserve drippings).", "- Rinse and sort out unwanted peas.", "- In a large pot, combine two thirds of the peas with water and stock, bring to a boil.", "- Meanwhile, chop carrot, onions celery, and garlic, then saute in bacon fat for 2 minutes.", "- Ounce peas are boiling, turn down to low, add ham hock, bacon, sauteed vegetables, whole sprigs of thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.", "- Simmer 2 to 3 hours stirring occasionally, until peas are softened.", "- Remove ham, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves.", "- Remove bone and fat from ham, then dice up ham.", "- Return ham along with reserved peas, ( this will provide that wonderful texture).", "- Stirring occasionally, Simmer for 1 to 2 additional hours or until it reaches desired consistency.", "- Add salt and Pepper to taste, enjoy!"]

8822

kcal

Calories

596

Fat

142

Carbs

690

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs yellow split peas (one pound reserved), 1 ham hocks or 1 ham bone, 8 cups chicken stock (2 store bought boxes), 7 -8 cups water, and more.

Yes, Den's Split Pea Soup and Ham falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Den's Split Pea Soup and Ham

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