Jans Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Jans Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 leftover ham bone; 2 carrots, chopped fine or 10 baby carrots; 3 stalks celery, chopped fine; 1 medium onion; 1 lb dried split peas (soaked overnite); 2 large bay leaves; 1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash onion and herb seasoning; 4 quarts water; 12 lb leftover ham; 1 tablespoon margarine

Servings: persons

1
In a saucepan, melt margarine, add celery, onion and carrots.
2
Saute until celery and onion are translucent.
3
In a large pot add 2quarts of water, celery mixture and ham bone.
4
Add Mrs dash and bay leaves.
5
Bring to a boil and simmer for about 45 minutes or reduced.
6
Take bay leaf out and ham bone.
7
Take ham off bone and add leftover ham to water.Remove bay leaves.
8
Add split peas and add 2 more quarts of water.
9
Bring to a boil and simmer 1-2 hours.
10
With a potato masher mash peas while simmering.

2392

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

243

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.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 leftover ham bone, 2 carrots, chopped fine or 10 baby carrots, 3 stalks celery, chopped fine, 1 medium onion, and more.

Yes, Jans Split Pea Soup 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!

Jans Split Pea Soup

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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