Split Pe Soup
Calories: 22
Adjust Servings Here: 8 servings
Description
Traditionally, split pea soup demands time, requiring the peas to simmer to perfection. However, we've discovered a little secret that slashes the cooking time without compromising on the taste - using pre-cooked split peas. This savvy shortcut ensures you can have a pot of rich and creamy soup ready in a snap, whether it's a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend lunch.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (500 g) Precooked split peas details below
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 large Onion finely chopped
- 2 large Garlic cloves minced
- 1 med (200 g) Potato peeled and chopped
- 4 cups (1 l) Vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 large (450 g) Ham bone 1 cup of diced ham (optional)
- 1 large Bay leaves
- 1 cup (240 ml) Heavy cream 15 to 20%
- ¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp Kosher salt to taste
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation - Make sure your pre-cooked split peas are ready; if they are frozen, they should be thawed.3 cups Precooked split peas
- Sauté - Heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and potato, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onions are translucent.2 tbsp Olive oil , 1 tbsp Butter, 1 large Onion, 2 large Garlic cloves, 1 med Potato, 1 large Bay leaves
- Broth and Peas - Add the pre-cooked split peas, broth, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. If you're using a ham bone or diced ham, add it now.4 cups Vegetable or chicken broth, 1 large Ham bone
- Simmer - Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to thicken.
- Season - Add the cream and combine well. Remove the bay leaf and the ham bone (if used) from the soup—season with salt and pepper.1 cup Heavy cream, ½ tsp Ground black pepper, ¼ tsp Kosher salt
- Blend - Use an immersion blender to partially or fully blend the soup to your desired consistency for a smoother texture. Add the parmesan cheese, taste, and adjust the seasoning.¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- Serve - Serve the soup hot, garnished with sour cream. You can also serve the split pea soup with crusty bread, croutons, or a sprinkle of grated cheese.¼ cup Sour cream
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