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Split Pea Soup Recipe
by Kyle Dalakas

Split Pea Soup

Hearty and delicious, split pea soup is the perfect comfort food on a cold winter night!

Rating: 4/5
Avg. 4/5 1 vote
Prep time: United States American
Cook time: Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 Ham Bone
  • 2 12 Oz. Packages Dried Split Peas (Rinsed and soaked)
  • 1/2 Sweet Onion, minced
  • 4 Stalks Celery, chopped
  • 8 Baby Carrots, chopped (or 2-3 large)
  • 3 Tbsp. Dried Oregano
  • 1 Tbsp. Black Pepper
  • 2 Tsp. Sea Salt
  • 3 Tbsp. Butter

Directions

  1. Always thoroughly rinse the peas the night before and soak in cold water for about 12 hours prior to using.
  2. Place ham bone in a large stock pot.
  3. Drain and rinse the peas and add to the pot.
  4. Cover ham bone and peas with water and bring to a low boil over medium high heat.  Cook, stirring frequently for about 45 minutes.
  5. Mince the onion, chop the celery and carrots.   Add the onion, carrots, celery, spices and butter to the soup.
  6. Lower heat to low and let simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.  Remove ham bone and shred meat.  Add to soup.   Serve with a salad and some crackers or rolls
  7. This also freezes well for up to 6 months