SPLIT-PEA SOUP WITH CHORIZO

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Sausage     Pea     Carrot     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 10 cups, serving 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds cured chorizo (spicy pork sausage, available at Hispanic markets and many supermarkets), sliced thin
1 onion, chopped
1 rib of celery, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound split peas, picked over
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 carrots, halved lengthwise and sliced thin crosswise
croutons as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a heavy kettle brown the chorizo over moderate heat, stirring, transfer it with slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the fat. In the fat remaining in the kettle cook the onion, the celery, and the garlic over moderately low heat, stirring, until the celery is softened, add the split peas, the broth, the water, the thyme, and the bay leaf, and simmer the mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/4 hours, Stir in the carrots and simmer the soup, covered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the carrots are tender. Discard the bay leaf, season the soup with salt and pepper, and serve it with the croutons.

Ram Sey
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This soup is a winner. It's easy to make, delicious, and the chorizo adds a really nice touch.


Tyvera Williams
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This soup is amazing! The chorizo gives it such a unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sheikh Shahbaz
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful, and the chorizo adds a really nice touch.


Babu Carr Csay
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is flavorful and satisfying, and the chorizo adds a nice touch of spice.


Ian Seghers
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of chorizo, which adds a nice smoky flavor.


Saail Saab
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the chorizo.


Yvonne Cunningham
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and warming, and the chorizo gives it a nice kick.


Ff Id
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I'm not usually a fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the chorizo adds a nice touch of heat.


mark egbu
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This soup is a must-try for any split pea soup lover. The chorizo adds a delicious smoky flavor.


Caleb Duncan
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This soup is a game-changer. So hearty and flavorful.


Nabin Budha
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So easy to make and packed with flavor. My family loved it!


Wahab Shaih
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This is the best split pea soup I've ever had. The chorizo really makes it special.


Ahmed Faruk
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Just made this soup and it was fantastic. The flavors were so well-balanced and the chorizo added a nice touch of smokiness. Highly recommend!


Jahiemgraham Jahiemgraham
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This soup is phenomenal. The chorizo adds a unique flavor and the peas are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Faisal Iqbal Faisal Iqbal
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a winner. The flavor is amazing and it's so easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Nashaun Wright
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Haseeb Anjum
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Easy to make and delicious! I made this soup for my family and they loved it. I especially liked the addition of chorizo, which added a nice spicy kick to the soup.


Deborah Favors
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This split pea soup with chorizo is incredible! Such a hearty and flavorful soup. The chorizo adds a nice smoky flavor and the peas are perfectly soft. Perfect for a cold winter day!