split pea soup
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This is a recipe I got from my Mom. She used Thuringer sausage. I use ham hocks and summer sausage works well also. This is a great rainy day dish served with a salad and warm sour dough bread.
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prep time
20 Min
cook time
2 Hr
method
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yield
4 - 6
Ingredients
- 1 package split peas
- 3 large carrots
- 3 - 4 medium potatoes
- 1 1/2 medium onions, yellow, medium
- 1 - 2 - ham hock, smoked
- 6 - 8 cups water
How To Make split pea soup
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Step 1Cut carrots, potatoes and onions in large chuncks. Place all ingredients in a large dutch oven or soup pot. Add water until all the ingredients are covered with water. Bring to a boil, turn down and cook on medium heat for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
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Step 2Remove the ham hock and let cool. While the hocks are cooling use a potatoe masher or hand mixer to mash the ingredients as desired. Cut of any meat on the ham hocks and add to the soup let simmer for 1/2 hour more and serve.
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Other Soups
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#Quick & Easy
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#For Kids
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#peas
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