Comforting Crockpot Split Pea Soup
A warm, hearty soup made with split peas, tender vegetables, and savory ham, slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 20 oz dried split peas (yellow or green) Rinse thoroughly before use.
- 5 cups chicken broth Use homemade for best flavor.
- 2 cups water Adjust as needed for desired consistency.
- 1 each meaty ham bone or cooked ham, diced Use as preferred for flavor.
- 3 each celery stalks, diced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 each bay leaf Remove before serving.
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the dried split peas thoroughly under cool water.
- Chop the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic finely.
- Transfer the chopped vegetables to the crockpot.
- Add the rinsed split peas, ham bone or diced ham, chicken broth, and water to the crockpot.
- Toss in bay leaf, ground black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Gently stir the mixture to ensure the split peas are well submerged.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat, cooking for about 6 to 8 hours.
- After cooking, remove the bay leaf.
- If desired, use an immersion blender to achieve a smoother texture.
Serving
- Ladle generous portions into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve with crusty bread for a fulfilling meal.
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Notes
For best flavor, use quality ingredients and don't rush the cooking time. Adjust thickness and seasoning to preference.