split pea soup with ham

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The Villages, FL
Updated on Mar 18, 2019

This is an easy soup recipe. I like to just combine the ingredients in the crock pot and go about my day. Add garlic bread and a salad and your meal is complete.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 8 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 - carrots, diced
  • 3 - celery stalks, diced
  • 1 - large onion, diced
  • 3 - cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups diced ham
  • 20 ounces bag hurst's green split peas with ham flavor

How To Make split pea soup with ham

  • Step 1
    Saute carrots, celery and onion in olive oil for 3 minutes, then add garlic and continue to saute for additional 2 minutes. Add pepper, thyme, broth, ham, split peas (with seasoning packet) and stir well.
  • Step 2
    Bring to a boil then reduce to medium-low heat, cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until peas are tender.
  • Step 3
    Instead of cooking on top of stove, you may put all ingredients in crock pot and cook on low 7-8 hours.

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