Split Pea Soup with Ham

August 30, 2015

Thick, hearty Split Pea Soup. It is stock full of boundless vegetables and sweet, sweet ham. Packed with fiber and protein. What’s not to love?

1 large yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 celery stalks, finely diced
5 carrots, finely diced
1 pound bag dried split green peas, rinsed and picked through
1½ pound smoked ham hock
2 quarts chicken stock, water, or combination
½ cup half and half

In a 4-quart stockpot on medium heat, sauté onions and garlic with the olive oil, butter, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper until the onions are translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the celery, carrots, split...
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Nutritions

Calories
611

Sodium
2965mg
123% DV

Fat
33g
51% DV

Protein
42g
84% DV

Carbs
32g
11% DV

Fiber
10g
42% DV