Split Pea Soup Recipe
Name: Best Pea Soup Ever
Cook Time: 3 hours
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Description: This recipe, developed by Dean Ramsey, has garnered rave reviews for being the BEST PEA SOUP ever tasted!
Recipe Category: Less than 4 Hours
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (from 25 reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 442.8
- Fat Content: 1.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 31.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 81.3g
- Fiber Content: 30.9g
- Sugar Content: 11g
- Protein Content: 29.3g
Ingredients:
- 2 carrots
- 2 onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 potato, diced
- 2 cups diced ham (with ham bone, if available)
- 1-2 bay leaves (depending on size)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Peel and chop the carrots and onions.
- Dice the potato into small cubes.
- If using a ham bone, ensure it’s clean and ready to impart flavor.
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Cooking Process:
- In a large stew pot, combine all the prepared ingredients.
- Add enough water to cover the ingredients by about 2 inches.
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Simmering:
- Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently.
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Simmer Until Done:
- Allow the soup to simmer for approximately 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- The peas should be fully pureed and the soup should thicken slightly.
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Final Touch:
- Remove the bay leaves and ham bone (if used) before serving.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
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Serving:
- Ladle the hot pea soup into bowls.
- Serve with crusty bread on the side for a hearty meal.
This Split Pea Soup recipe promises a comforting, flavorful dish that’s perfect for colder days or whenever you crave a wholesome soup packed with nutrients. The long simmering time ensures that the flavors meld beautifully, creating a soup that’s sure to become a favorite in your household, just as it has with many others who have tried it. Enjoy the warmth and satisfaction of this Best Pea Soup Ever!