Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 meaty ham bone; 1 lb dried split peas; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery ribs, diced; 1 onion, diced; 1 leek, 3-inch of green left on, root trimed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 bay leaf; 4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried tarragon; 4 cups low-fat chicken broth; 4 cups water; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 meaty ham bone
1 lb dried split peas
2 carrots, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
1 onion, diced
1 leek, 3-inch of green left on, root trimed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
4 cups low-fat chicken broth
4 cups water
salt & pepper

1
Trim fat off the ham bone.
2
Rinse and picker over peas.
3
Heat oil over med-low heat. Add veggies and saute until wilted (10-12 mins).
4
Add peas and cook for 1 minute.
5
Add remaining ingredients except salt & pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until peas are cooked.
6
Remove bone, bay leaf and thyme (if fresh).
7
Shred meat, and return it to the pot, adding salt and pepper to taste.
8
Times are approximate.

638

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 meaty ham bone, 1 lb dried split peas, 2 carrots, diced, 2 celery ribs, diced, 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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