Split Pea and Ham Soup Recipe

Name: Split Pea and Ham Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb dried split peas divided; 10 1/2 cup water divided; 3 chicken bouillon cubes for 6 cups of water; 2 lb ham on bone; 4 clove garlic, minced; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks including leaves, sliced; 1/2 onion, chopped; 3 red potatoes, cubed; 1 Bay leaf; 2 pinch white pepper; 1 pinch Cheyenne pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb dried split peas divided
10 1/2 cup water divided
3 chicken bouillon cubes for 6 cups of water
2 lb ham on bone
4 clove garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks including leaves, sliced
1/2 onion, chopped
3 red potatoes, cubed
1 Bay leaf
2 pinch white pepper
1 pinch Cheyenne pepper

1
Sort then rinse peas.
2
In a large pot, combine 1lb peas, 8 cups of hot water, chicken bouillon and ham, then bring to a boil over high heat.
3
Cover the pot and reduce heat to low.
4
Cook for 30 min stirring occasionally.
5
While that's cooking chop all vegetables.
6
After first half hour add the vegetables and seasonings for 30 more minutes or until desired tenderness is reached.
7
In second pot add 2 1/2 cups of water and 1/2 lb of peas on medium heat for 30 min.
8
Once desired tenderness is reached remove the ham and trim the meat off the bone and discard along with excess fat.
9
Chop meat and add back to soup along with extra peas and water.
10
Mix well and serve.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb dried split peas divided, 10 1/2 cup water divided, 3 chicken bouillon cubes for 6 cups of water, 2 lb ham on bone, and more.

Yes, Split Pea and Ham 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.

Split Pea and Ham Soup

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