Old Fashioned Split Pea Soup

Name: Old Fashioned Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dried split peas; 5 c. chicken broth; 2-1/2 c. water; 1 meaty ham hock; 1 med. onion stuffed with 12 whole cloves; 2 stalks celery, diced; 2 carrots, peeled & sliced; 2 cloves garlic, cut in half; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. heavy cream, if desired

Eats Now Editorial Team · 772 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Old Fashioned Split Pea Soup – a delicious recipe with peas, chicken broth, water, ham hock, onion, stalks celery. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

1 lb. dried split peas
5 c. chicken broth
2-1/2 c. water
1 meaty ham hock
1 med. onion stuffed with 12 whole cloves
2 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, peeled & sliced
2 cloves garlic, cut in half
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. heavy cream, if desired

1
Soak peas in chicken broth and water overnight.
2
Place peas and soaking liquid, ham hock, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, bay leaves, and salt in slow cooker.
3
Cook on low for 8 hours. Remove onion and bay leaves, and discard.
4
Remove ham hock, and dice meat.
5
Can add 1/2 c. heavy cream, if desired.

772

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. dried split peas, 5 c. chicken broth, 2-1/2 c. water, 1 meaty ham hock, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
772 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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