How to Make Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Bacon and Hash Browns - A Step-by-Step Guide

Split pea soup is a classic comfort food that warms the soul and satisfies the appetite. With the help of a slow cooker, this savory soup becomes even easier to make, requiring minimal effort for a delicious, hearty meal. This Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Bacon and Hash Browns recipe takes the traditional recipe a step further by adding the smoky flavor of bacon and the heartiness of hash browns.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ pound bacon, chopped
  • 1 pound split peas, rinsed
  • ⅓ (20 ounce) package frozen southern-style hash brown potatoes (such as Ore Ida®)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 3 ribs celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or more to taste (Optional)
  • 8 cups chicken broth

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Place bacon, split peas, hash brown potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth in a slow cooker; stir to combine.
  • Cook on Low for 8 hours (or High for 6 hours).
  • Nutrition

    258 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 156mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 16g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 811mg