Hearty Split Pea Soup
This hearty split pea soup is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for chilly days. Packed with protein from the split peas and ham, along with a medley of vegetables, it offers a satisfying meal that warms the soul. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 100 minutes
- Total Time: 115 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried split peas
- 8 cups water
- 1 ham bone
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse split peas under cold water and drain.
- In a large pot, combine split peas, water, and ham bone. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove ham bone from the pot and set aside to cool. Remove any meat from the bone and chop it into small pieces.
- Return the chopped ham to the pot. Add onions, garlic, carrots, celery, basil, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and peas are soft.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 16g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg