"Split pea soup is richly flavored, thick & creamy, and loaded with veggies, split peas, and tender shredded ham. BEST Seasoning Blend!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cups finely diced onion (2 medium onions)
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1 cup finely diced carrot (2 to 3 large carrots)
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1 cup finely diced celery (3 to 4 stalks)
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Salt and pepper
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1 tablespoon minced garlic (4 cloves)
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1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
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1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1-1/2 cups dried fresh split peas (rinsed; old split peas may not soften)
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2 small bay leaves (or 1 large)
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1 meaty ham bone (or ham hocks, see note 3, plus more ham if desired)
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8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
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Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
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Hearty buttered bread (for serving)