Kim's Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Kim's Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 lb dried split peas; 5 chicken bouillon cubes; 1 medium onion; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 cup carrot; 1 cup celery; 2 cups ham (diced)

Servings: persons

1
Heat water, broth, bullion cubes and peas to a boil in a soup pot.
2
(I use a cast iron dutch oven as it burns really easy).
3
Boil for 2 minutes.
4
Remove from heat and let sit 1 hour.
5
Stir, onion, salt and pepper into peas.
6
Heat to boiling, reduce heat.
7
Cover and simmer until peas or tender.
8
About 1 hours, stirring frequently as it will burn on the bottom.
9
Add ham, carrots, and celery.
10
Bring to boil, reduce heat.
11
Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.

734

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

103

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: 6 cups water, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 lb dried split peas, 5 chicken bouillon cubes, and more.

Yes, Kim's 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!

Kim's Split Pea Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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