Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 2 c. split peas; 2 qt. cold water; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 to 3 onions, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 1 bay leaf; 2 sprigs thyme; 4 knockwurst, sliced; salt and pepper to taste; croutons

Servings: persons

1
Combine split peas and water in soup kettle.
2
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes.
3
Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour.
4
Add vegetables, bay leaf and thyme.
5
Simmer, partially covered, 2 1/2 hours or until peas are soft.
6
Press mixture through food mill.
7
Return to kettle.
8
Add knockwurst and additional water if necessary.
9
Simmer 30 minutes.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Garnish with croutons.
12
(I skip the food mill since we like the vegetables as they are.)

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. split peas, 2 qt. cold water, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 2 to 3 onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

Split Pea Soup

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