"My Instant Pot Split Pea Soup has ham, sweet potatoes, and red bell pepper, and this tasty soup can be ready in about 45 minutes!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 T olive oil (see notes, DO NOT SKIP)
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1 small onion
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2 tsp. minced garlic
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1 tsp. dried thyme or ground thyme
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1 small sweet potato, cut into pieces about 3/4 inch square
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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1 lb. diced ham (cut into pieces about 3/4 inch square)
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1 lb. green split peas (see notes)
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3 large bay leaves
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6 cups chicken broth or homemade chicken stock (see notes)
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2 teaspoons or packets Goya Ham Flavor Concentrate (see notes)
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salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste