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Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe

A hearty and comforting soup perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Dried split peas
  • 1 Ham bone
  • 1 cup Chopped ham
  • 1 cup Chopped onion
  • 1 cup Chopped celery
  • 1 cup Chopped carrots
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 8 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Black pepper to taste

Instructions: 

  • Rinse the split peas under cold water.
  • In a large pot, combine all ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the ham bone, chop any meat left on the bone, and return the meat to the pot.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes:

For a smoother soup, blend half of the soup and mix it back in.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Comfort Food, Soup
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