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The Best Split Pea Soup Recipe Ever

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Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe MyGourmetConnection
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Description

Split pea soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for cold winter days. This hearty soup is made with dried split peas, vegetables, and flavorful seasonings. It's a delicious and filling meal that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is around 15 minutes.

Cook Time

Cook time for this recipe is around 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried split peas
  • 1 ham hock or smoked turkey leg
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

  1. Rinse the split peas and pick out any debris.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the split peas, ham hock or smoked turkey leg, chicken broth, water, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the split peas are tender and the soup is thickened.
  4. Remove the ham hock or smoked turkey leg and bay leaf from the soup. Discard the bay leaf and shred the meat from the ham hock or smoked turkey leg. Add the meat back to the soup and stir to combine.
  5. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary.
  6. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

This split pea soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply heat the soup over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 263
  • Protein: 19g
  • Total Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Dietary Fiber: 16g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 871mg

Recipe FAQ

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes, you can omit the ham hock or smoked turkey leg and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make this soup vegetarian.

How can I make this soup creamier?

You can add a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half to the soup to make it creamier.

Can I use a slow cooker to make this soup?

Yes, you can combine all of the ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, or until the split peas are tender.

Recipe Tips

  • Rinse the split peas before using them to remove any debris.
  • Use a ham hock or smoked turkey leg for added flavor. If you don't have either, you can use bacon instead.
  • Cut the vegetables into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • Stir the soup occasionally to prevent the split peas from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Add more or less water depending on how thick you like your soup.

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