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How to Make Creamy Split Pea Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Split pea soup is a classic comfort food that many people love to enjoy on a cold winter day. This creamy version takes the traditional recipe to the next level with a smooth and velvety texture that is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

What makes this soup so special is the combination of split peas, aromatic vegetables, and rich cream that come together to create a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a dish...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound sliced bacon, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 1 pound dried green split peas
  • 2 quarts water
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups diced fully cooked ham
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; drain, reserving drippings. Add onion and celery to drippings. Saute until vegetables are tender; drain. Add the peas, water, potatoes, ham, salt, bay leaf and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until peas are very tender, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf.
  • Cool slightly. Process in small batches in a blender until smooth. Return to Dutch oven; stir in cream. Heat through (do not boil). Garnish with reserved bacon.

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