Ina Garten Split Pea Soup
This ina garten split pea soup is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of split peas, vegetables, and savory ham creates a flavorful and satisfying soup that will warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried split peas
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 meaty ham bone or 2 ham hocks
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the split peas and set aside.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the broth and add the split peas, ham bone or hocks, and bay leaves.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the peas are tender.
- Remove the ham bone or hocks and bay leaves, then season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 18g
- Fat
- 4g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Ladle
Tools
Knife Cutting board Soup ladle
Serving suggestions
Serve the split pea soup with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, simply omit the ham bone or hocks and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Cost
$10