Packer Backer Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Packer Backer Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large ham bone, meaty or 1 large smoked ham shank; 12 lb split peas, green; 12 lb split peas, yellow; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped fine; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon oregano; 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon, base; 1 tablespoon original pleasoning seasoning (sub 1/2 Tablespoon celery salt, if not available); 3 quarts cold water; 2 large carrots, grated fine; 1 large celery, chopped fine; 2 tomatoes, chopped (optional); 2 medium potatoes, peeled & shredded (optional)

Servings: persons

1 large ham bone, meaty or 1 large smoked ham shank
12 lb split peas, green
12 lb split peas, yellow
1 medium onion, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon oregano
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon, base
1 tablespoon original pleasoning seasoning (sub 1/2 Tablespoon celery salt, if not available)
3 quarts cold water
2 large carrots, grated fine
1 large celery, chopped fine
2 tomatoes, chopped (optional)
2 medium potatoes, peeled & shredded (optional)

1
Place everything EXCEPT the grated carrots & chopped celery (& the potatoes & tomatoes, if using) in a large dutch oven & stir well.
2
Bring to a boil over med.-high heat.
3
Reduce heat heat & simmer covered for 3 hours, stirring occasionally, being careful not to scorch/burn.
4
Remove ham bone & any large pieces of meat -- set aside until cool enough to handle.
5
Remove meat from bone & coarsely chop, if needed.
6
Return meat to stock & add the carrots & celery -- (& potatoes & tomatoes).
7
Simmer for 2-2 1/2 hours covered, stirring occasionally, being careful not to scorch/burn.

2414

kcal

Calories

Fat

417

Carbs

148

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large ham bone, meaty or 1 large smoked ham shank, 12 lb split peas, green, 12 lb split peas, yellow, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Packer Backer 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.

Packer Backer Split Pea Soup

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