Chunky Split Pea Soup

SERVES: 8

PREP: 8 Hr

COOK TIME: 8 Hr

Split Pea soup is always a favorite and this slow cooker Chunky Split Pea Soup is no exception. It feels and tastes so good going down... it's comfort in every bite!

What You'll Need

1 (16-ounce) package dried split peas
5 large carrots, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 cup chopped onion
3 celery stalks, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
4 cups water
1 tablespoon ham base (See Note)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 1/4 cup flavored croutons

What to Do

Place peas in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Cover with water 2-inches above peas; let soak 8 hours (see Note). Drain and rinse; return peas to slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except croutons to slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW setting 8 hours or until peas are tender and soup is thick. Remove and discard bay leaf. Ladle into individual bowls, top evenly with croutons, and serve immediately.

Notes

Look for ham base in the supermarket near the bouillon.
Soak the peas the night before, and they'll be ready for the slow cooker the next morning.

Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 285
Calories from Fat 19
Total Fat 2.1g 3 %
Saturated Fat 0.5g 2 %
Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
Protein 21g 41 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 15mg 5 %
Sodium 1,182mg 49 %
Total Carbohydrates 47g 16 %
Dietary Fiber 17g 66 %
Sugars 8.3g 0 %

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kmcartoonity 62072 74

Aug 22, 2018

Quick tip Before soaking the split peas overnight, it is always a good idea to spread them out on a sheet pan first and sort through them. Just as with other dried beans, and even rice, sometimes you will find a small stone or a bit of hard woody plant matter. This is due to the manufacturing process. It's better to be safe than to chip a tooth!

ronandjane 4219315

Dec 21, 2013

Delicious. Only take it easy on the cloves. Next time I will double the recipe.

a1rush2112

Feb 20, 2013

I never heard of non-split peas,perhaps soaking longer? follow pkg directions. I always use soup base,never use bouillon(too salty,not enough flavor) and would omit the salt (theres enough in the soup base) Also I add garlic powder and ham bone for extra flavor. You can always add salt to taste when served. I dont add clove either but thats what I prefer