HAM AND SPLIT PEA SOUP
Steps:
- 1. Bring 3 quarts of water, ham, bay leaves to a boil, overd med high heat in large soup kettle. Reduce heat ot low and simmer until meat is tender and pulls away from the bone (2-2.5 hours). Remove ham meat and bone from broth; add split peas and thyme and simmer until peas are tender and dissolved (45 min - 1 hour). Meanwhile, when ham is cooled enough to handle, shred meat into bite sized pieces and set aside. Discard rind and bone. 2. While ham is simmering, heat oil in large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add onions, carrots and celery; saute, stiring frequently until most of the liquid evaporates and veggies begin to brown; 5-6 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add butter, garlic, and sugar. Cook veggies, stirring frequently, until deeply browned; 30-35 min, set aside. 3. Add sauteed veggies, potatoes, and shredded ham to soup; simmer until potatoes are tender and peas dissolve adn thicken soup to the consistency of light cream (about 20 min more). Season with black pepper. Ladle soup into bowls, sprinkle with red onion (optional)and pass vinegar (optional)
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Taqi Hafeez786
[email protected]I'm allergic to ham, so I used turkey bacon instead. It was still delicious!
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[email protected]This soup is a great base recipe. I like to add different vegetables and spices to it depending on what I have on hand.
Michael Scott
[email protected]The soup was a little too salty for me. I would use less ham next time.
Mr GULHASSAN
[email protected]The soup was too thick for my liking. I would add more water or broth next time.
Aashish Mandal
[email protected]This soup is a little bland for my taste. I would add more salt and pepper next time.
Adenekan Mayowa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of split peas, but I really enjoyed this soup. The ham and vegetables really helped to balance out the flavor.
lucy portia
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables.
Mudansir Mande
[email protected]I love that this soup can be made in a slow cooker. It's so easy to just throw all the ingredients in and let it cook all day.
Cassie Cox
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the ham and split peas give it a wonderful flavor.
Favour Slim
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Hafiz Shoaib
[email protected]This soup was a hit at my potluck party! Everyone raved about how flavorful and delicious it was. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Collins Mukuka
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and the ingredients were affordable. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of soups.
Travia Oyer
[email protected]This ham and split pea soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the soup was so hearty and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.