Description
Warm Up with Hearty Split Pea Soup Just Like Grandma Used to Make is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This nourishing soup combines the earthy flavors of split peas with wholesome vegetables, creating a dish that not only warms your soul but also evokes fond memories of home-cooked meals. Simple to prepare, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s an economical choice that leaves you feeling satisfied without breaking the bank.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Dried Green Split Peas
- 1 piece Chicken Bone
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 1 cup Chopped Carrot (or parsnips)
- 1 cup Chopped Celery (or leeks)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 Bay Leaf
Instructions
- Rinse the dried green split peas under cold water until clean.
- In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion in a splash of water or broth until translucent.
- Add the carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the rinsed split peas and chicken bone, then cover with enough water or broth.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and add the bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer covered for about 90 minutes until peas are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and chicken bone before serving. Blend if desired for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg