Yellow Split Pea And Barley Soup Recipe

Name: Yellow Split Pea And Barley Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups yellow split peas (rinsed and drained); 6 carrots (preferably in slivers or matchsticks, chopped works); 6 stalks celery, chopped; 5 medium onions, chopped; 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed and drained; 3 bay leaves; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 1/2 tablespoons oil (to saute the onions); 5 tablespoons instant chicken-style consomme soup and seasoning mix; water (for amount, see directions); whole wheat croutons

Servings: persons

4 cups yellow split peas (rinsed and drained)
6 carrots (preferably in slivers or matchsticks, chopped works)
6 stalks celery, chopped
5 medium onions, chopped
1 cup pearl barley, rinsed and drained
3 bay leaves
salt and pepper, to taste
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 tablespoons oil (to saute the onions)
5 tablespoons instant chicken-style consomme soup and seasoning mix
water (for amount, see directions)
whole wheat croutons

1
In a large teflon coated frying pan over medium heat, saute 1/2 the onions with the oil until soft and dark brown.
2
Turn off heat.
3
Add crushed garlic.
4
Set aside.
5
Put carrots, celery, 1/2 of the chopped onions, split peas and the powdered chicken-flavored consomme into an 8 quart pot.
6
Fill with cold water till about 1 inch from top.
7
Cover and bring to a boil.
8
Once it has come to a boil, reduce heat, stir in bay leaves and barley.
9
Simmer covered for 2 hours (until all the liquid is and remains cloudy).
10
Stir in the onions and garlic and simmer for an additional half hour. Season to taste.
11
Sprinkle some croutons on top fo ladled soup and serve.
12
Or ladle into containers and refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 6 months. To reheat, microwave on high until hot, add water if it is too thick and re-season if necessary.
13
Enjoy!

475

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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: 4 cups yellow split peas (rinsed and drained), 6 carrots (preferably in slivers or matchsticks, chopped works), 6 stalks celery, chopped, 5 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Yellow Split Pea And Barley 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.

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Yellow Split Pea And Barley Soup

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