Mimi'S Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Mimi'S Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter (optional) or 2 tablespoons margarine (optional); 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 large carrots, washed and coarsely chopped; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 1 lb dried split peas; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 2 quarts chicken broth or 2 quarts vegetable broth; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced (optional); 3 medium potatoes, peeled and 1-inch cubed; 1/2 cup pearl barley; 1 ham hocks (optional) or 1 smoked turkey wings (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter (optional) or 2 tablespoons margarine (optional)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 large carrots, washed and coarsely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 lb dried split peas
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 2 quarts chicken broth or 2 quarts vegetable broth
2 garlic cloves, finely minced (optional)
3 medium potatoes, peeled and 1-inch cubed
1/2 cup pearl barley
1 ham hocks (optional) or 1 smoked turkey wings (optional)

1
Combine all ingredients in a large stock pot.
2
Bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer, covered, for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until peas are soft. Add potatoes and barley the last 25 minutes of cooking time.
3
Stir from bottom occasionally and skim foam off top if it accumulates.
4
Once peas, potatoes and barley are tender, remove pot from heat and let cool for 15 minutes.
5
If using ham hock (or turkey wing), remove from soup, let cool and cut meat from bone. Finely chop meat and set aside.
6
Ladle soup in batches into a blender or processor.
7
Blend/process 2 to 3 seconds only.
8
Return soup to pot, stir in ham (or turkey).
9
Reheat (if necessary) and serve.

427

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter (optional) or 2 tablespoons margarine (optional), 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 large carrots, washed and coarsely chopped, 1 celery rib, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Mimi'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!

Mimi'S Split Pea Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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