Yellow Split Pea Soup with Smoked Paprika and Rye C

Name: Yellow Split Pea Soup with Smoked Paprika and Rye Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped (2 cups); 3 ribs celery, sliced ( 3/4 cup); 2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup); 1 Tbs. smoked paprika; 1 tsp. ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 1/4 cups yellow split peas; 2 Tbs. lemon juice; 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh chives; 4 oz. rye bread (2 to 3 slices); 1 clove garlic, halved

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (2 cups)
3 ribs celery, sliced ( 3/4 cup)
2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
1 Tbs. smoked paprika
1 tsp. ground turmeric
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 1/4 cups yellow split peas
2 Tbs. lemon juice
2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh chives
4 oz. rye bread (2 to 3 slices)
1 clove garlic, halved

1
To make Soup: Heat oil in large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2
Add onion, celery, and carrots, and saute 10 minutes, or until vegetables have begun to brown.
3
Add paprika, turmeric, and cayenne, and saute 30 seconds.
4
Add split peas and 4 1/2 cups water.
5
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 45 to 60 minutes, or until split peas have broken down and Soup is thickened and creamy.
6
Meanwhile, to make Croutons: Preheat oven to 350F.
7
Arrange bread slices on baking sheet, and bake 10 to 15 minutes, or until crisp, depending on thickness of bread.
8
Remove from oven, and rub each slice with cut side of garlic clove.
9
Cut bread into bite-size cubes.
10
Puree Soup with immersion blender until smooth.
11
Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
12
Garnish each serving with Croutons and chives.

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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: 2 Tbs. olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped (2 cups), 3 ribs celery, sliced ( 3/4 cup), 2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup), and more.

Yes, Yellow Split Pea Soup with Smoked Paprika and Rye Croutons 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 Soup with Smoked Paprika and Rye Croutons

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