When I want Split Pea Soup, this is the recipe I crave! Made with ham hocks or leftover ham, this is so delicious and freezes well if you want to make freezer meals.
Ingredients
16ouncebag of dried split peas
2teaspoonsolive oil
1medium chopped onion
2clovesof garlic(chopped)
2large carrots(chopped)
8cupslow sodium chicken broth
kosher salt and pepper(to taste)
1smoked ham hock(about 11 ounces (assuming 4 ounces meat removing bone and skin)*)
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Instructions
Wash the peas and drain.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, saute onions and garlic in 2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat until soft, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Add the peas, carrots, ham hock and chicken broth, then cover the pot and let it come to a boil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Once it boils, reduce heat and cook for about 2 hours, or until the peas are soft and thickened.
Make sure to check the liquid and consistency. You may need to add hot water if it becomes too thick.
Remove ham hock, discard the skin and boned and serve with ham.