Split pea soup is pure comfort food for many and it’s surprisingly easy to make at home. All you need is a slow cooker, a ham bone or ham hocks, peas, and a few veggies. Get it started in the morning, let it cook slowly all day, and it’s ready for dinner. This recipe calls for yellow peas, but feel free to use green if that’s what you have.
The magic of split pea soup is that the peas are so small that they melt into a thick slurry as they cook. This creates a comforting texture that makes this traditional dish so enjoyable. Their size also makes them easy to cook, which is why there’s no need to soak them like you would dry beans.
As this recipe proves, split pea soup is anything but boring. This version gets the additional flavor from garlic, bay, and parsley, along with a little pepper. You can change up the veggies and top it with a variety of garnishes, from parsley to croutons and bacon to sour cream. These little additions will set it over the top and create a perfect meal the entire family will love.
Additionally, you can blend the finished soup for a smooth texture or mash the peas and vegetables with a potato masher for a chunkier soup. Enjoy this satisfying, stick-to-your-ribs soup with freshly baked cornbread or a good, crusty French bread.
Ingredients
1 pound dried green split peas, rinsed
1 meaty ham bone, 2 ham hocks or 2 cups diced ham
1 cup sliced baby carrots
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 stalks celery plus leaves, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
6 cups chicken broth
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