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 cup onion, diced; 1 cup celery, diced; 1 cup carrot, sliced; ¼ cup dry sherry; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups water; 1 cup split peas, rinsed; 2 slices bacon, sliced thick; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 1 bay leaf; 2 cups frozen green peas; 2 cups ham, diced; ½ cup fresh parsley, minced; 2 tablespoons butter (optional); salt and pepper; ½ cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon lemon zest, minced; 1 tablespoon of fresh mint (garnish)

Servings: persons

1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup carrot, sliced
¼ cup dry sherry
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 cup split peas, rinsed
2 slices bacon, sliced thick
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 bay leaf
2 cups frozen green peas
2 cups ham, diced
½ cup fresh parsley, minced
2 tablespoons butter (optional)
salt and pepper
½ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon zest, minced
1 tablespoon of fresh mint (garnish)

1
Saute onion, celery, and carrot in butter for the soup in a large pot, covered, over medium high heat for 3-4 minutes, or until vegetables are soft.
2
Deglaze with sherry; reduce until nearly evaporated.
3
Add broth, water, split peas, bacon and seasonings.
4
Bring to a boil, and simmer partially covered, 50-60 minutes or until pear are tender.
5
Remove bacon and bay leaf.
6
Puree 2 cups of soup in a blender; return the pureed mixture to the pot.
7
Stir in frozen peas, ham, parsley, butter (if using), salt and pepper.
8
Combine sour cream, zest, and mint for the cream in a bow.
9
Garnish soup with a dollop of the cream and sprig of mint if desired.

999

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup onion, diced, 1 cup celery, diced, 1 cup carrot, sliced, ¼ cup dry sherry, 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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