Split Pea Soup with Ham
Warm, hearty, and packed with comforting flavors, this Split Pea Soup with Ham is the ultimate cozy meal for chilly days. Made with tender split peas, smoky ham, and a blend of savory herbs, this easy homemade soup is both nutritious and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed and sorted
- 1 meaty ham bone (or 2 cups diced cooked ham)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 sprigs fresh thyme)
- 6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1–2 cups water (as needed for thinning)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Serving (Optional):
- Croutons or crusty bread
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra diced ham for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in a pot.
- Add ham bone, split peas, broth, and seasonings.
- Simmer until peas are tender and soup is creamy.
- Remove ham bone, shred meat, and return to pot.
- Season to taste, garnish, and serve hot.