Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Dried split peas
- 1 Ham bone
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 2 Celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Bay leaf
- 6 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the split peas under cold water and set aside.
- Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in a large pot with a bit of oil until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Include the ham bone, split peas, bay leaf, and broth into the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for about 120 minutes until the peas are soft.
- Remove the ham bone, shred any meat, and return it to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Letting the soup sit for a few hours or overnight can enhance the flavors. Consider making a double batch as this soup freezes well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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