Description
Parker’s Split Pea Soup is a hearty and comforting classic that’s perfect for cold days. The combination of tender split peas, savory ham hock, and vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion makes for a rich, flavorful soup. Easy to make and filling, this soup is sure to warm you up and satisfy your hunger with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound green split peas
- 1 ham hock
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the Split Peas: Rinse the split peas under cold water and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pot, combine split peas, ham hock, chopped onion, carrots, celery, minced garlic, and chicken broth.
- Bring to a Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and the soup thickens.
- Shred the Ham: Remove the ham hock from the pot, shred the meat, and return the meat to the soup.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup once the peas have cooked.
- This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezes well for up to 3 months.
- For extra flavor, add a bay leaf while simmering, but remember to remove it before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: split pea soup, ham hock soup, hearty soup, comfort soup, split peas, pea soup recipe, homemade split pea soup