How to Make Split Pea and Ham Soup II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Split pea and ham soup is a classic comfort food that's perfect for chilly days and cozy nights at home. This hearty and flavorful soup is made with simple ingredients like split peas, ham hocks, carrots, onions, and celery, but the results are anything but ordinary. The rich and creamy texture of the split peas combined with the smoky flavor of the ham creates a soup that's satisfying and comforting with every spoonful.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound leftover ham bone with meat attached
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound dried split peas
  • 1 cup chopped carrots

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 day
  • Total Time: 1 day 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place the ham bone in a large pot over high heat. Add water to cover, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer overnight. Allow to cool and clean the stock, discarding the bone, excess fat, and any cartilage. Return any good ham meat to the pot and bring back to a boil.
  • Add the onion, garlic and ground black pepper and allow to simmer for 1 hour. Then pour in the split peas and the carrots and allow to simmer for at least 1 more hour to allow the peas to break down. Stir together well and season to taste.
  • Nutrition

    348 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 694mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 15g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 809mg