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Split Pea Soup

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A hearty and comforting split pea soup made with ham, vegetables, and tender split peas, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried green split peas, rinsed
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 ham bone or 2 cups diced cooked ham
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add rinsed split peas, water, ham bone or diced ham, bay leaf, and thyme to the pot.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until peas are soft and soup has thickened.
  5. Remove ham bone and bay leaf. If using ham bone, shred any meat and return it to the soup.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree part or all of the soup, if desired.
  8. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a smoked ham bone. The soup thickens as it cools; add water or broth to adjust consistency when reheating.

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