Extra Meaty Split Pea Stew Recipe

Name: Extra Meaty Split Pea Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups split peas; ½ cups chicken broth; 3 celery ribs, chopped; 3 large carrots, chopped; 6 small red potatoes, cubed (peeling is optional); 1 onion, diced; 1 jalapeno, diced; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1 bay leaf; 1 dash red pepper flakes; 2 beef bouillon cubes; ¼ teaspoon garlic sea salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground if possible); 1 leftover ham bone (optional) or 1 smoked ham hock (optional); 1 lb fully cooked smoked sausage, sliced and quartered

Servings: persons

2 cups split peas
½ cups chicken broth
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 large carrots, chopped
6 small red potatoes, cubed (peeling is optional)
1 onion, diced
1 jalapeno, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 dash red pepper flakes
2 beef bouillon cubes
¼ teaspoon garlic sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground if possible)
1 leftover ham bone (optional) or 1 smoked ham hock (optional)
1 lb fully cooked smoked sausage, sliced and quartered

1
Wash and dry your peas.
2
Add to a large pot along with chicken broth.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
Let boil for 10 minutes, then turn the fire compltely off, cover, and let it sit for 45 minutes.
5
Return to a boil.
6
Add everything except sausage to pot and return to a boil again.
7
Turn heat down to medium low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
8
Remove the ham bone or hocks and bay leaf.
9
If there is any meat on your ham bone, cut it off into bite size pieces and add back to the soup.
10
Meanwhile, add sausage to pot, turn the heat up to medium and cook 15 minutes more.
11
I know it smells good, but let it cool down because it WILL seriously burn your tongue!
12
Serve with fresh french bread if desired.

448

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups split peas, ½ cups chicken broth, 3 celery ribs, chopped, 3 large carrots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Extra Meaty Split Pea Stew 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Extra Meaty Split Pea Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions