Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe — A Great Soup

Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe — A Great Soup

This tasty split pea soup with ham from Chef John is rich and hearty with a subtle smoky flavor; a super satisfying way to use leftover ham.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
Calories
374 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium-low heat. Stir in celery, onion, and sliced garlic; cook and stir until onions are translucent but not brown, 5 to 8 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in split peas, ham, and bay leaf. Pour in chicken stock and water; stir to combine and simmer until peas are tender and soup has thickened, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. Season with salt and black pepper to serve.
Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe — A Great Soup
Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe — A Great Soup
Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe — A Great Soup
Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe — A Great Soup

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 quart chicken stock
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 1 pound ham, diced
  • 1 pound dried split peas, rinsed
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 0.5 onion, diced

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