Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs butter; 2 small leeks, split lengthwise, rinsed and chopped; 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped; 1/2 cup minced fresh fennel bulb; 2 large cloves garlic, minced; 2 quarts chicken broth; 1 lb green split peas; 2 ham hocks; bouquet garni (tie 3 bay leaves, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, & marjoram, 4 parsley sprigs, and 10 pepper corns in double thickness of cheesecloth); 1 10 oz package of frozen peas; optional - chopped ham steak, sour cream, single malt scotch, croutons

Servings: persons

2 Tbs butter
2 small leeks, split lengthwise, rinsed and chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh fennel bulb
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 quarts chicken broth
1 lb green split peas
2 ham hocks
bouquet garni (tie 3 bay leaves, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, & marjoram, 4 parsley sprigs, and 10 pepper corns in double thickness of cheesecloth)
1 10 oz package of frozen peas
optional - chopped ham steak, sour cream, single malt scotch, croutons

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1. Heat butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add leeks, carrots, onions, fennel, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are limp, about 10 minutes. Stir in broth, split peas, ham hocks, and bouquet garni. Simmer uncovered over low heat, stirring occasionaly until peas are very tender, about 2-3 hours.
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2. Remove and discard ham hocks and bouquet garni. Add frozen peas to soup. Stir until thawed. Puree soup in batches and then return soup to pot. If you have a hand blender, you can blend the soup in the pot.
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3. Reheat soup. Add more broth if you want a thinner consistency. Add chopped ham steak if desired.
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Ladle soup into bowls. If desired, top with croutons, dollop of sour cream and splash of single malt scotch. Great served with grilled cheese sandwiches.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs butter, 2 small leeks, split lengthwise, rinsed and chopped, 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped, 1/2 cup minced fresh fennel bulb, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Split Pea Soup

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