Split Pea Soup With Barley And Ham Recipe

Name: Split Pea Soup With Barley And Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 2 chicken bouillon cubes (or 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup dried split green peas; 1/2 cup pearl barley (not quick-cooking barley); 2 cups ham, chopped; 3/4 cup carrot, chopped; 3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped; 3/4 cup celery, chopped; 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

5 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes (or 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup dried split green peas
1/2 cup pearl barley (not quick-cooking barley)
2 cups ham, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
3/4 cup celery, chopped
1 bay leaf

1
In a medium bowl or liquid measure, combine the water, bouillon cubes and spices and whisk to combine (it's ok if the bouillon cubes don't completely dissolve).
2
In a medium round slow cooker (about 4-quart), layer peas, barley, ham, carrots, onion and celery. Do not mix.
3
Pour in the water/spices mixture and add the bay leaf to the slow cooker.
4
DON'T STIR!
5
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for four hours or on low eight hours, until the peas reach the desired creamy, soft texture.
6
Remove the bay leaf, stir well, and add salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Serve immediately.
7
Note: Upon sitting and/or refrigerating, this soup thickens considerably. Simply add water or chicken broth to thin the soup to the desired consistency before re-serving.

372

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups water, 2 chicken bouillon cubes (or 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules), 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Split Pea Soup With Barley And Ham 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 With Barley And Ham

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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