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In the realm of hearty and flavorful soups, Ham and Split Pea Soup stands tall as a comforting classic. Its rich, smoky broth, tender split peas, and succulent ham chunks come together in perfect harmony, delivering a symphony of flavors that warm the soul. This soup is a culinary journey that takes you back to simpler times, evoking memories of family gatherings around a steaming pot of goodness.

This article presents a collection of exceptional Ham and Split Pea Soup recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the traditional version featuring a luscious ham bone broth to lighter variations with smoked ham or turkey, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner seeking culinary inspiration, you'll find a recipe here that suits your taste and skill level. Embrace the versatility of this classic soup and embark on a culinary adventure that promises to satisfy your cravings and nourish your soul.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HAM



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For a different spin on split pea soup, try this recipe. The flavor is peppery rather than smoky. -Barbara Link, Rancho Cucamonga, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas
8 cups water
3/4 pound potatoes (about 2 medium), cubed
2 large onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham (about 10 ounces)
1 celery rib, chopped
5 teaspoons reduced-sodium 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

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HAM



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You'll turn to this split pea soup with ham all winter long-especially when you need to warm up! Use leftover ham to make split pea soup prep even easier.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 chopped medium onion
4 carrots, thinly sliced
3 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon dried thyme leaves
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 can (14.5 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 bag (16 ounces) green split peas, picked over and rinsed
Ham bone plus 2 cups reserved ham from the recipe Glazed Ham with Apricot-Mustard Sauce, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons butter
4 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or 5-quart heavy pot with a lid, heat oil over medium. Add onion, carrots, celery, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook until vegetables begin to soften, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Add broth, split peas, ham bone, and 5 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and partially cover; simmer until peas are soft, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make croutons: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add bread and cook, tossing occasionally, until browned and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Remove and discard bone from soup. Working in batches, puree only 1/2 the soup in a blender (don't overfill); return to pot. Add ham cubes, and simmer until heated through. If necessary, thin with water. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Serve topped with croutons.

OLD-FASHIONED SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HAM BONE



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Not only is this old-fashioned favorite a snap to make but it's economical, too. Carrots, celery and onion accent the subtle flavor of the split peas, while a ham bone adds a meaty touch to this hearty soup. It's sure to chase away autumn's chill. -Laurie Todd, Columbus, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas
1 meaty ham bone
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped celery

Steps:

  • Sort peas and rinse with cold water. Place peas in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until peas are softened. Drain and rinse peas, discarding liquid., Return peas to Dutch oven. Add 2-1/2 qts. water, ham bone, onion, salt, pepper, thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally., Remove the ham bone; when cool enough to handle, remove meat from bone. Discard bone; dice meat and return to soup. Add carrot and celery. Simmer, uncovered, for 45-60 minutes or until soup reaches desired thickness and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

HAM BONE AND GREEN SPLIT PEA SOUP



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Split pea soup is a great way to use a leftover Christmas ham bone!

Provided by Mark

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 stalks celery, diced
⅓ white onion, diced
½ large carrot, shredded
salt to taste
3 cups split peas, rinsed
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 ham bone
5 cups chicken stock
1 cup diced ham
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter and oil in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add celery, onion, carrot, and salt. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in peas and garlic. Nestle ham bone into the pot; add stock and diced ham. Fill pot with water to about 1 1/2 inches from the top. Mix and bring soup to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer, scraping the bottom of the pot and stirring every 30 minutes, until peas are mostly disintegrated, about 2 1/2 hours. Turn ham bone and skim surface for fat once every hour. Take bone out, remove any meat, and return meat to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 19.4 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 7 g

SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HAM



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A thick and creamy pea soup that is quick and easy to put together. Peas soak overnight, and ham can be purchased pre-cubed at the store.

Provided by spinn710

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 10h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound dried split peas
8 cups water, divided
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ pound cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
½ red onion, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place split peas into a large container and cover with 6 cups cool water; soak 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.
  • Mix chicken broth and 2 cups water together in a large pot over high heat; add ham, red onion, split peas, brown sugar, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Bring broth mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until peas are softened, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 11.9 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 291.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

HAM AND SPLIT PEA SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound dried split peas
1 ham hock
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup finely chopped yellow onions
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound Smithfield ham, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 cups water
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
Parmesan Truffled Potato Chips, recipe follows
2 pounds red bliss potatoes, scrubbed well and patted dry, skins left on
4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon truffle oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the peas in a large pot or bowl, cover with water by 2 inches and soak 8 hours or overnight. Drain the peas and set aside.
  • Score the ham hock. Place in a pot, cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 1 hour. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the celery and carrots and cook, stirring, until just soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
  • Add the ham hock and ham and cook, stirring, until beginning to brown. Add the drained peas, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes, and cook, stirring for 2 minutes. Add 8 cups of water, the bay leaf and thyme, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender, about 1 hour. (Add more water as needed, if the soup becomes too thick or dry.)
  • Remove the bay leaf and discard. Adjust the seasoning, to taste, and serve immediately with Parmesan Truffled Chips on top.
  • Using a mandolin or very sharp, heavy knife, slice the potatoes into rounds as thin as possible, and place in a large bowl of water to prevent discoloration.
  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy pot to between 340 and 350 degrees F.
  • Pat the potatoes completely dry. Add to the oil in batches and cook until golden brown, stirring with a long handled spoon to turn and cook evenly, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels and place in a large bowl. Toss with the cheese, truffle oil, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.

SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HAM



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Split pea soup is an easy and cozy one-pot meal-and it's the perfect way to use leftover ham.

Categories     Easter     spring     winter     comfort food     dinner     main dish     soup

Time 1h40m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tbsp. olive oil
2 c. diced ham (about 12 oz.)
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 lb. dried green split peas
8 c. chicken stock
2 tsp. dried thyme
1 bay leaf, optional
1/2 tsp. salt, plus more to taste
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper, plus more to taste
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil and ham. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the ham pieces are golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium-high; add the onion, carrot, and celery and continue to cook until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 more minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute.
  • Meanwhile, place the split peas in a colander. Rinse them well and pick through and discard any tiny pebbles or debris.
  • Add the chicken stock, dried thyme and bay leaf, if using. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour and 30 minutes until the peas "split" open in the pot and are very tender. (If the pot stops simmering during cooking, increase the heat to medium until it returns to a simmer, then reduce the heat back to medium-low). Add 1/2 to 1 cup of water to reach desired consistency.
  • Season with the salt and black pepper. Serve topped with chopped parsley, if preferred.

SPLIT PEA AND HAM SOUP I



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This is a good way to use leftover ham, quite inexpensive, and VERY tasty. I hope that you enjoy it. Some people like to add carrots or other types of vegetables. Don't forget to serve with buttered bread toasted in the oven.

Provided by TEETOE

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

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 pound dried split peas
1 pound ham bone
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, saute onions in oil. Add the split peas, ham bone, and enough water to cover ingredients; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover, and cook until there are no peas left, just a green liquid, 2 hours. While it is cooking, check to see if water has evaporated. You may need to add more water as the soup continues to cook.
  • Once the soup is a green liquid remove from heat, and let stand so it will thicken. Once thickened you may need to heat through to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Carbohydrate 72.2 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 29.6 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 18.6 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

SPLIT PEA & GREEN PEA SMOKED HAM SOUP



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John Torode shares the recipe for one of his all-time favourite soups

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Dinner, Soup

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1kg gammon or ham hock
200g split peas , soaked overnight
2 onions , roughly chopped
2 carrots , roughly chopped
2 bay leaves
1 stick celery , roughly chopped
300g frozen peas
crusty bread and butter, to serve

Steps:

  • Put the gammon in a very large pan with 2 litres water and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat and drain off the water - this helps to get rid of some of the saltiness. Recover with 2 litres cold water and bring to the boil again. Put everything but the frozen peas into the pan and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 1½-2½ hrs, topping up the water as and when you need to, to a similar level it started at. As the ham cooks and softens, you can halve it if you want, so it is all submerged under the liquid. When the ham is tender enough to pull into shreds, it is ready.
  • Lift out the ham, peel off and discard the skin. While it is still hot (wear a clean pair of rubber gloves), shred the meat. Remove bay from the soup and stir in the frozen peas. Simmer for 1 min, then blend until smooth. Add a splash of water if too thick, and return to the pan to heat through if it has cooled, or if you are making ahead.
  • When you are ready to serve, mix the hot soup with most of the ham - gently reheat if made ahead. Serve in bowls with the remaining ham scattered on top, and eat with crusty bread and butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 3.56 milligram of sodium

SPLIT PEA AND HAM SOUP



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I created this recipe by taking ingredients from other split pea soup recipes and added a few of my own. My husband loves it, and my dad requests that I make him a batch for his birthday present. This soup also freezes well.

Provided by jennifer.blake-some

Categories     Ham

Time 3h15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb dried split peas
8 cups water
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 -2 lb ham, chopped
1 good ham bone
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Rinse split peas well.
  • Heat peas and water to boiling.
  • Boil uncovered for 2 minutes; remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Stir in onions, celery, bay leaves, bouillon cubes, salt, pepper, garlic powder and oregano leaves. Mix well.
  • Add ham bone.
  • Heat to a boiling; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours; stirring occasionally.
  • Remove ham bone and bay leaves.
  • Stir in ham and carrots.
  • Heat to a boiling; reduce heat, cover and simmer about 30 minutes or until carrots are tender and soup is desired consistency; stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.8, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 23.7, Sodium 1030.1, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 12.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 21.9

Tips:

  • To make the soup heartier, add more ham or split peas.
  • For a thicker soup, blend some of the soup until smooth and then return it to the pot.
  • To add more flavor, use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and onions.
  • If you don't have ham, you can use bacon or sausage instead.
  • Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Ham and split pea soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up leftover ham and is also a very affordable meal. This soup can be made in a variety of ways, so you can customize it to your own taste. Whether you like it thick or thin, hearty or light, there is a ham and split pea soup recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this soup a try.

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