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Split Pea Soup Recipe

A hearty and comforting soup made with split peas and simple ingredients.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb dried split peas
  • 1 ham bone or ham hock
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the split peas under cold water.
  2. 2. In a large pot, combine split peas, ham bone, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and chicken broth.
  3. 3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1.5 hours, until peas are tender.
  4. 4. Remove ham bone, chop any meat, and return meat to the pot.
  5. 5. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 15 minutes.
  6. 6. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 5000IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Comfort Food, Soup
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