Description
Homemade Split Pea Soup is a warm and hearty dish that embodies comfort, making it the perfect solution for chilly days and family gatherings. This nutritious soup stars tender split peas, rich chicken broth, and an array of vegetables, bringing you both flavor and satisfaction in every spoonful. It’s easy to prepare, allowing home cooks of all levels to create a delightful meal. Whether served as a starter or a main course, this soup not only warms your body but also fills your heart with memories of home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion
- 1 1/4 cups chopped celery
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 4 cups unsalted chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 (16 oz) bag dried split peas, picked over and rinsed
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 lb meaty chicken bone or shank
- 1 cup chopped carrots
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and celery for about three minutes until softened; add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add split peas, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Nestle the chicken bone into the mixture; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 60-80 minutes until peas are tender.
- Remove the chicken bone once cooked; let cool slightly before shredding the meat.
- Stir in carrots and continue simmering for an additional 30 minutes until most peas have broken down.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot; adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg