Split Pea Soup Recipe: Hearty and Comforting
Hearty Split Pea Soup with ham or vegetarian option.
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried green split peas rinsed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup diced ham optional
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 medium potato diced (optional)
- Optional: Parsley croutons
- Suggested Pairings: Crusty bread apple cider
Instructions
- Rinse and sort split peas.
- Heat oil in a pot; sauté onion, carrots, celery 5-7 min, garlic 1 min.
- Add peas, ham, broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and potato. Boil, then simmer 1-1.5 hours.
- Remove ham hock (if used), shred meat, and return to the pot.
- Blend partially for smoothness, if desired. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Serve in white ceramic bowls with parsley, croutons, bread, and cider.
Notes
- Rinse peas for a clean flavor.
- Store in the fridge for 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try vegan or spicy variations.
- Pair with cornbread.