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Split Pea and Ham Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of homemade Split Pea and Ham Soup. Creamy split peas, tender vegetables, and savory ham simmered to perfection!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 306 kcal
Course: Main Course , Soup , Dinner

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 pound dried split peas, rinsed and sorted
  • 1 pound cooked ham, diced
  • 5 cups (40 ounces) chicken broth
  • 2 cups (16 ounces) water
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
  2. Add the celery, carrot, and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened slightly, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
  3. Stir in the split peas, ham, chicken broth, water, thyme, salt, and pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer the soup uncovered for about 65-75 minutes, or until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 306kcal (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 306

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 306kcal 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.