Hearty Homestyle Split Pea Soup

Hearty Homestyle Split Pea Soup

Hearty Homestyle Split Pea Soup is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week. Packed with tender split peas, savory ham, and rich flavors, this soup is both satisfying and easy to make. It’s a great way to use leftover ham or prep ahead for a hearty meal. Serve it with crusty bread for a cozy, homemade dinner everyone will love!

Prep Time15

Cook Time1 30

Total Time1 45

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Creamy Split Pea Soup, Hearty Split Pea Soup, Split Pea and Ham Soup

Servings: servings

Calories: 473kcal

Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

Large Dutch Oven

Ingredients

4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
2 Onions (chopped)
3 Carrots (chopped)
3 Stalks Celery (chopped)
4 Cloves Garlic (minced)
1 Pound Split Peas (rinsed and sorted)
1 Ham Bone (meaty)
2 Bay Leaves
1 Tsp Thyme (dried)
6 Cups Chicken Stock
2 Cups Water
1 cup Ham (diced)
Salt and Black Ground Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the Base Ingredients: Stir in the rinsed and sorted split peas, then add the ham bone, bay leaves, and dried thyme. Pour in 6 cups of chicken stock and 2 cups of water. Mix everything well.
Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 60-90 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure nothing sticks to the bottom of the pot.
Add the Ham Cubes: In the last 15 minutes of cooking, add the diced ham to the pot. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Adjust the Consistency: Keep in mind that the soup will continue to thicken as it cools, so don’t worry if it seems a bit thin while hot. If it gets too thick later, you can always stir in a little extra stock or water.
Serve and Enjoy: Remove the ham bone and bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy it warm, preferably with crusty bread on the side.

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