Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Split Pea Soup
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups chopped onions; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon crushed garlic; 2 bay leaves; 1 lb dried split peas; 4 large soft chicken bouillon cubes (Knorr or Maggi); 8 cups water (I just use water and right number of large Knorr Chicken bouillon cubes); 3 cups chopped ham

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
2 bay leaves
1 lb dried split peas
4 large soft chicken bouillon cubes (Knorr or Maggi)
8 cups water (I just use water and right number of large Knorr Chicken bouillon cubes)
3 cups chopped ham

1
Heat oil in large soup pot over medium high heat.
2
Add onions.
3
Season with salt, pepper, & crushed red pepper.
4
Saute for 2-5 minutes.
5
Add garlic, bay leaves, and split peas.
6
Cook stirring for 2-5 minutes.
7
Add the broth and ham.
8
Bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour or more, until the peas are tender.
10
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
11
Remove bay leaves and discard.
12
Serve hot.
13
OPTIONAL: May use a hand mixer and process till peas are smooth.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cups chopped onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 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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