Thick and packed with flavor, split pea soup with chunks of ham is one of my favorite comfort foods. This is especially if you have left-over ham. This recipe makes enough for a large family.
The Basics
- Cooked ham cut into chunks – You’ll need at least 2 handfuls.
- 2 carrots – Peeled and sliced
- 2 potatoes; optional – peeled and diced
- 1 onion – diced
- 2 packages of dried split peas
- Chicken broth – about 3 or 4 cups.
- Water
- 1-2 bay leaves
The Rundown
Rinse one package of split peas with water. In a dutch oven or a heavy pot with a lid, add onions, hams, chicken broth, the rinsed split peas, and bay leaves.
Bring to a gentle boil and cover with a lid. Continue to cook for 30-45 minutes — just until the peas are soften.
Rinse other bag of peas. Add carrots, celery, potatoes and peas. Bring to a boil again. Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes — or until the new peas are softened. The first batch of peas will pretty much turn into mush, while the second batch will keep its shape. Enjoy!
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