How do I whip up a quick split pea soup with ham?

Short on time but craving a delicious and nutritious meal? Try our quick and easy split pea soup with ham recipe!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I whip up a quick Split Pea Soup with Ham. Items include: Dried Split Peas Diced Ham Onion Carrots Celery Stalks Garlic Cloves Chicken Broth Bay Leaf Dried Thyme Salt Pepper

Dried Split Peas 1 cup
Diced Ham 2 cups
Onion 1
Carrots 2
Celery Stalks 2
Garlic Cloves 3
Chicken Broth 4 cups
Bay Leaf 1
Dried Thyme 1 teaspoon
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Take note
Be careful when handling hot ingredients and use caution when blending hot liquids. Keep an eye on the heat level to prevent burning the soup.

1

Gather the Ingredients

To make this tasty split pea soup with ham, you will need the following ingredients: 1 cup dried split peas, 2 cups diced ham, 1 onion (chopped), 2 carrots (diced), 2 stalks celery (chopped), 3 cloves garlic (minced), 4 cups chicken broth, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt and pepper to taste.

2

Sauté the Vegetables

In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables start to soften.

3

Add the Peas and Ham

Rinse the dried split peas under cold water and add them to the pot. Then, add the diced ham, chicken broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme. Stir everything together.

4

Simmer and Cook

Bring the soup to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the split peas are tender and the flavors have melded together.

5

Blend or Mash

If you prefer a chunky soup, use a potato masher to mash the split peas and vegetables to your desired consistency. For a smoother soup, transfer a portion of the soup to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Be careful when blending hot liquids!

6

Adjust Seasonings and Serve

Taste the soup and add salt and pepper to your liking. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Serve the split pea soup with ham hot and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or croutons if desired.