PAM'S SPLIT PEA SOUP FOR 2
Cindy Strawser informed us that this is National Split Pea Soup Week. Here is the recipe I made up to celebrate the occasion. Larry says it is the best split pea soup he has ever had. Score one for me!
Provided by Pam Ellingson
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Prepare the vegetables, and melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Add vegetables and cook over medium heat until softened. Add the proscuitto and the hot dog (cut into 1/4" rounds) and stir. Cook for about 10 minutes.
- 2. Add water and chicken broth to the pot containing the vegetables and meats. Add split peas which have been picked over to remove any small stones or questionable looking peas. Stir well.
- 3. Stab a toothpick through the two bay leaves and the garlic clove and add to pot. (This makes them easier to find and remove before serving.) Add remaining seasonings and stir.
- 4. Simmer on medium-low until the peas are tender and falling apart. Stir occasionally to avoid scorching the bottom. (See note below for thicker soup.)
- 5. Remove parsley sprigs and toothpick with bay leaves and garlic. For smoother soup, scoop out a cup or more, remove the hotdog slices (return to pot) and blend in a blender or food processor. Return blended soup to the pot and heat through. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- 6. Serve with a nice crusty bread and salad, or with a grilled cheese sandwich. You can also add some creme fraiche or a dollop of sour cream to the top when serving and stir it in when you eat. Chopped parsley is also an optional garnish.
- 7. Note: This is a soup, not a thick "stoup". If you like your split pea soup thicker, increase the split peas (up to 1 3/4 to 2 cups) or thicken it with either a roux of butter and flour or a slurry of flour and water during the final cooking process.
- 8. I will tell you that if you use this recipe and let the soup sit and reheat it, it will be thicker. So if you are going to eat it right away, use the larger amount of peas, but if you plan on making it earlier in the day and reheating it, it will be thickened more. If it gets too thick, just add a little chicken broth to thin it.
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hadeed player
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. The soup was so flavorful and the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender. I will definitely be making this soup again in my slow cooker.
hassan 321
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian so I omitted the ham hock and used vegetable broth instead. The soup was still delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth.
Sompa Sayon
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover split peas. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the smoky flavor of the ham hock.
clrahmaanmuuse aishor
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the ham hock added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Ssebbowa Nathan
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's so easy to make and it's so comforting. I love the smoky flavor of the ham hock.
Zarlisht Khan
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. The soup was so flavorful and the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender. I will definitely be making this soup again in my slow cooker.
Batte Dalton francis
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian so I omitted the ham hock and used vegetable broth instead. The soup was still delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth.
truck master
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover split peas. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the smoky flavor of the ham hock.
muthee ianthomas
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the ham hock added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Johan Sebasti√°n Trujillo
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. The soup was so flavorful and the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender. I will definitely be making this soup again in my slow cooker.
Shiva Gurung
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian so I omitted the ham hock and used vegetable broth instead. The soup was still delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth.
Samara Jenz
[email protected]This soup is a lifesaver on a cold winter day. It's so easy to make and it's so comforting. I love the smoky flavor of the ham hock.
Dawn Walsh
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.
yazn o
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! The soup was flavorful and filling, and it was a great way to warm up on a cold day.
Dark shadow gamer
[email protected]This soup was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The soup was thick and creamy, and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.
Muskaan Muskaan khan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of split pea soup, but this recipe was really good. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the ham hock added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Avina_ MK
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover split peas. I will definitely be making this soup again.