Description
Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food that envelops you in warmth and flavor. This hearty dish features a creamy texture, vibrant vegetables, and tender ham, making it ideal for chilly evenings or a fulfilling lunch. With its nutritious profile packed with fiber and protein, it’s a meal that satisfies without compromising health. This recipe is easily customizable, allowing you to adapt it to your pantry staples, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or potlucks. Plus, it freezes beautifully for quick meals later!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups finely diced onion
- 1 cup finely diced carrot
- 1 cup finely diced celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1.5 cups green split peas (rinsed)
- 8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 meaty ham bone
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices; cook for one minute before adding split peas.
- Add the ham bone and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 60–90 minutes.
- Remove the ham bone, shred any meat back into the soup, blend a portion for creaminess if desired.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 20mg