Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup
This soup layers smoky ham-bone richness with tender split peas, sweet onions, and carrots, rounded out by a peppery warmth. Long simmering creates a velvety, hearty texture that’s filling and comforting on chilly days. Serve Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup as a cozy main with crusty bread for a satisfying, nostalgic meal.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook—
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Place the ham bone in a large pot over high heat.
- 2
Add water to cover, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 8 hours.
- 3
Allow the stock to cool, then strain and skim off any excess fat, discarding the bone and any cartilage.
- 4
Return any ham meat to the pot, and bring the stock back to a boil until heated through.
- 5
Add the onion, garlic, and ground black pepper and allow it to simmer for 1 hour.
- 6
Pour in the split peas and the carrots and allow it to simmer for at least 1 more hour to let the peas break down.
- 7
Stir well and season to taste.
- Calories 275.54 kcal Moderate
- Protein 22.43 g Good Source
- Carbs 42.7 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.16 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.71 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.02 g High
- Cholesterol 30.05 mg Moderate
- Sodium 670.34 mg High
- Fiber 21.06 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.38 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 41.56 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.24 mg Moderate
- Potassium 614.79 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 5.3 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 2.56 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup is an American soup recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bone In Ham, Bottled Water, and Diced Carrots. Each serving provides about 275.54 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for soup.
- What is Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bone-In Ham, Bottled Water, Diced Carrots, Diced Onion. The full list of 7 is above.
- What goes well with Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup?
- About 20 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 275.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Simple Split Pea and Ham Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 7 ingredients and 7 steps.
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