Best 9 Best Pea Soup Recipes

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Pea soup, a comforting and nourishing dish enjoyed worldwide, has a rich history dating back centuries. Its versatility allows for numerous variations, each reflecting the unique culinary traditions of different regions. From the classic French potage pois à la française to the hearty German Erbsensuppe, pea soup has become a staple in many cultures. This article presents a collection of the best pea soup recipes, each offering a distinct flavor profile and culinary experience. Whether you prefer a smooth and creamy texture or a chunky, rustic soup, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Dive into the world of pea soups and discover the diverse culinary interpretations of this timeless dish.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY SPLIT PEA SOUP



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For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is peppery rather than smoky, and a tasty change of pace. -Barbara Link, Alta Loma, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) dried split peas
8 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 large onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 cups cubed cooked corned beef or ham
1/2 cup chopped celery
5 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

15 BEST SPLIT PEA SOUP RECIPES: COZY SPLIT PEA SOUP AND MORE



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This homemade split pea soup is easy to make and the perfect hearty soup for colder months. Flavored with fresh herbs, and a classic smokiness from ham. Plus 14 other split pea soup recipes!

Provided by Amanda Paa

Categories     Soups

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces diced onion ((about 1 large))
1/2 cup (2 ounces) diced carrot
1/2 cup (2 ounces) diced celery
4 cloves garlic, (minced (about 1 1/2 tablespoons))
3/4 pound (12 ounces) dry green split peas
1 (32 ounce) box chicken stock
2 dried bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small ham shank (preferred, or 1 cup diced ham)
1/2 cup to 1 cup water
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a stock pot, heat olive oil to medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery to pot with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes until vegetables are softened and onions are translucent. Add garlic and split peas, and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add chicken stock, bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper to the pot. Add ham shank. Bring soup to a boil, stir thoroughly then turn heat down to a simmer and cover.
  • Simmer, stirring occasionally. After 45 minutes of cooking, remove ham shank so that you can let lightly cool, then shred meat off the bone. Add meat to pot (if you are using diced ham, add it now), then simmer soup for another 10-15 minutes, until split peas have started to break apart, are very soft, and desired thickness of your soup has been reached, adding 1/2 to 1 cup water. When desired thickness is achieved, discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Stir in vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Taste and adjust salt by 1/4 teaspoon increments if needed.
  • Serve with crusty bread or croutons!
  • Leftovers keep well in covered container in refrigerator for 4 days. When reheating, add water to loosen.

GREEN PEA SOUP



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Time 25m

Yield 4 (1 1/4 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large onion, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (10-oz) bag frozen peas
4 teaspoons plain nonfat yogurt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over moderately-low heat. Add the onion, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the broth, tarragon, salt and a few turns of freshly ground black pepper and bring to a boil. Add the peas and cook just until defrosted.
  • In a blender, puree the soup in 2 batches until very smooth. If serving hot, return the soup to the pot and bring just to a simmer. If serving cold, transfer to the refrigerator to chill. Ladle into bowls. Stir the yogurt so that it is smooth and top each serving with a swirl of yogurt.

PARKER'S SPLIT PEA SOUP



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Is there anything more comforting than a bowl of homemade soup? Cook up a pot of Parker's Split Pea Soup by Ina Garten, Food Network's Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h40m

Yield 5 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chopped yellow onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 cup good olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups medium-diced carrots (3 to 4 carrots)
1 cup medium-diced red boiling potatoes, unpeeled (3 small)
1 pound dried split green peas
8 cups chicken stock or water

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart stockpot on medium heat, saute the onions and garlic with the olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper until the onions are translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the carrots, potatoes, 1/2 pound of split peas, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Skim off the foam while cooking. Add the remaining split peas and continue to simmer for another 40 minutes, or until all the peas are soft. Stir frequently to keep the solids from burning on the bottom. Taste for salt and pepper. Serve hot.

FRESH PEA SOUP



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts (2 leeks)
1 cup chopped yellow onion
4 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
5 cups freshly shelled peas or 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen peas
2/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1/2 cup freshly chopped chives
Garlic croutons, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large saucepan, add the leeks and onion, and cook over medium-low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until the onion is tender. Add the chicken stock, increase the heat to high, and bring to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the peas are tender. (Frozen peas will take only 3 minutes.) Off the heat, add the mint, salt, and pepper.
  • *Puree the soup in batches: place 1 cup of soup in a blender, place the lid on top, and puree on low speed. With the blender still running, open the venthole in the lid and slowly add more soup until the blender is three-quarters full. Pour the soup into a large bowl and repeat until all the soup is pureed. Whisk in the creme fraiche and chives and taste for seasoning. Serve hot with garlic croutons.

SPLIT PEA SOUP



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This is a wonderful, hearty split pea soup. Great for a fall or blustery winter day.

Provided by bluebayou

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 10h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ¼ cups dried split peas
2 quarts cold water
1 ½ pounds ham bone
2 onions, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch dried marjoram
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1 potato, diced

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot, cover peas with 2 quarts cold water and soak overnight. If you need a faster method, simmer the peas gently for 2 minutes, and then soak for l hour.
  • Once peas are soaked, add ham bone, onion, salt, pepper and marjoram. Cover, bring to boil and then simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove bone; cut off meat, dice and return meat to soup. Add celery, carrots and potatoes. Cook slowly, uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 21.5 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 255.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

FRESH PEA SOUP



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This soup is known in France as Potage Saint-Germain, a name that comes from a suburb of Paris where peas used to be cultivated in market gardens. If fresh peas are not available, use frozen peas, but thaw and rinse them before use. Croutons make an excellent garnish!

Provided by Lizz C.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
2 cups water
3 cups fresh shelled green peas
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons whipping cream

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Cook the shallots until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Pour in the water and peas, season to taste with salt and pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the peas are tender, 12 to 18 minutes.
  • Puree the peas in a blender or food processor in batches. Strain back into the saucepan, stir in the cream if using, and reheat. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 202.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SPLIT PEA SOUP (((BEST PEA SOUP EVER)))



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This recipe was developed by my partner, Dean Ramsey and everyone just raves about it, because it's the BEST PEA SOUP you have ever tasted!

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 3h30m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (16 ounce) bags split peas
2 medium carrots (diced)
1 large onion (diced)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (granulated)
2 medium potatoes (diced)
1 meaty ham bone or 2 smoked pork shanks
2 bay leaves
salt & pepper
crusty bread (optional)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients into a large stew pot.
  • Cover ingredients with water about 2 inches above the top of the ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 3 hours, or until peas are pureed and slightly thickened.
  • Serve with a crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.8, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 31.7, Carbohydrate 81.3, Fiber 30.9, Sugar 11, Protein 29.3

BEST EVER SPLIT PEA



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Really sticks to your ribs, really tasty, high fiber. Can be made vegan by substituting vegetable broth for chicken broth. Very easy.

Provided by DOGLOVER

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Split Pea Soup Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped carrot
2 cups finely chopped celery
½ tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup yellow split peas
1 cup green split peas
8 cups fat-free chicken broth
1 ½ teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat olive oil. Cook onion, carrot, celery and garlic until onion is translucent. Stir in yellow and green split peas, broth, seasoning and salt. Cover, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 2 1/2 hours, stirring frequently. Puree with a blender or food processor. Return to pot, heat through, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 723.4 mg, Sugar 5 g

Tips:

  • To make a smooth and creamy pea soup, use a blender or food processor to puree the soup until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can mash the peas with a potato masher.
  • For a richer flavor, add a ham bone or smoked sausage to the soup while it is simmering.
  • To make a vegetarian pea soup, omit the bacon or sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Serve pea soup with crusty bread, crackers, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Pea soup is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it smooth and creamy or chunky and rustic, there is a pea soup recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pea soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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