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Ham and Green Split Pea Soup

A warm and hearty soup combining ham and split peas, perfect for chilly days.

  • Total Time: 150 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas
  • 1 meaty ham bone
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup chopped carrot
  • 1 cup chopped celery

Instructions

  1. Sort and rinse the dried peas well with cold water.
  2. Place the peas in a Dutch oven and add enough water to cover them by about 2 inches.
  3. Bring the water to a boil and let it boil for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, cover, and let it stand for 1 to 4 hours.
  5. Drain and rinse the peas, discarding the soaking liquid.
  6. Add the peas back to the Dutch oven along with 2.5 quarts of water, ham bone, chopped onion, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil again.
  8. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove the ham bone, cool slightly, and dice the meat, returning it to the soup.
  10. Add the chopped carrots and celery.
  11. Simmer uncovered for another 45 to 60 minutes, until thickened and vegetables are tender.
  12. Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

This soup stores well and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 135 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: soup, ham, split peas, comfort food, leftover ham