"Warm up with a comforting bowl of homemade Split Pea and Ham Soup. Creamy split peas, tender vegetables, and ham simmered to perfection...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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2 ribs celery, (diced)
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1 large carrot, (peeled and chopped)
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1 small yellow onion, (diced (about ½ cup))
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2 teaspoons garlic, (minced)
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1 pound dried split peas, (rinsed and sorted)
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1 pound cooked ham, (diced)
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5 cups (40 ounces) chicken broth
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2 cups (16 ounces) water
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon kosher salt, (or to taste)
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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fresh parsley, (chopped for garnish)
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fresh thyme, (for garnish)