Split Pea Soup With Ham From 'Lighten Up, America!'

Name: Split Pea Soup With Ham From 'Lighten Up, America!'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound green split peas; 1 leek; 2 bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 cup sliced celery; 1 cup chopped carrot; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 7 cups water; 1 cup lower-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 bay leaf; 4 ounces ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika

Servings: persons

1 pound green split peas
1 leek
2 bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup chopped carrot
1 tablespoon canola oil
7 cups water
1 cup lower-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 bay leaf
4 ounces ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika

1
Sort and wash split peas; drain.
2
Remove roots, outer leaves, and tops from leeks, leaving 1/2 inch of dark leaves. Slice leek in half lengthwise; cut each half crosswise into thin slices. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
3
Cook bacon in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat until pieces begin to crisp. Add onion, celery, carrot, oil, and leek; reduce heat to medium, and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add split peas, and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add 7 cups water and next 6 ingredients (through bay leaf); bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Partially cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 45 minutes or until split peas are tender.
4
Discard bay leaf. Stir in ham and smoked paprika; simmer 2 minutes or until ham is thoroughly heated.
5
Per 1 cup serving: CALORIES 339; FAT 8g (sat 2.1g, mono 3.8g, poly 1.5g); PROTEIN 22.8g; CARB 45g; FIBER 17.9g; CHOL 21mg; IRON 3.5mg; SODIUM 267mg; CALC 62mg

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound green split peas, 1 leek, 2 bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Split Pea Soup With Ham From 'Lighten Up, America!' 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!