Best 3 Andersens Split Pea Soup Copycat Recipes

Have you stumbled across the delectable flavors of Andersen's split pea soup and yearned to replicate its creamy texture and savory taste in your own kitchen? Look no further than this comprehensive guide, tailored to lead you through the process of crafting an authentic "Andersens split pea soup copycat" recipe. With meticulous attention to detail and step-by-step instructions, this journey will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare a soup that rivals the original, bringing the beloved flavors of Andersen's into your home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ANDERSEN'S SPLIT PEA SOUP (CROCK POT VERSION) COPYCAT

Andersen's Split Pea Soup (Crock Pot Version) Copycat image

This came from the Los Angeles Times via Liz at Recipegoldmine.com. It was a stove top soup, but the closest I've yet found to Anderson's which is a tradition in California. I modified it just a bit for the crock pot and made it a hair thicker to suit our tastes. You can also add bacon, ham, or ham hocks to enhance the flavor a bit.

Provided by OhMyStars

Categories Danish

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 cups water
2 cups split peas, rinsed and picked over
1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 dash red pepper
1 bay leaf
salt
pepper

Steps:

Combine water, peas, celery, carrot, onion, thyme, red pepper and bay leaf in crock pot.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cook on low until split peas and vegetables are tender (anywhere from 6-8 hours).
Press soup through fine sieve and reheat just to boiling point or use hand blender to smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.1, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 23.5, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 5.1, Protein 12.4

ANDERSEN'S SPLIT PEA SOUP - COPYCAT

Andersen's Split Pea Soup - Copycat image

Anderson? Yeah, I'm talking about Anderson's Pea Soup in Buellton,California off Highway 101 very close to the "Dutchtown" of Solvang. Anyone who's ever driven on a long trip up the 5 or 101 freeways in California HAS to have seen these billboard signs seemingly in the middle of nowhere proclaiming: "Try Anderson's Split Pea Soup, only 227 miles!". I don't actually have a picture of one of the signs but I plan to take one next time I drive up north. This is some marketing genius who thought of this. There is absolutely nothing to do while driving up these long stretches of highway, but look at the scenery. So they just buy up some cheap ad billboard space in 50 mile increments or so and plop their signs down advertising how far it is to their Pea Soup Headquarters. I'd like to know how successful they are in getting people to think about Pea Soup... I know it's certainly worked on me! I recently decided to make use of the extra ham and ham hock bones that are inevitably left over from Sunday dinner. I've never tried to make Split Pea Soup so I stopped by the market and picked up a few bags.

Provided by kmergirl

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 lb dried split green peas
4 -6 cups chicken stock
2 ham hocks
1 bay leaf
1/2 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tablespoon oil
salt, pepper to taste

Steps:

Wash and drain the dried peas. Watch out for tiny ROCKS in the peas... the occur every so often and can break your teeth if left in! If you'd like to, cut off the ham from the bones, cube it and set aside. Some people leave it on and then cut it off after cooking, but cutting it off before will decrease the saltiness of the soup.
Heat up the oil in a large pot, add the onion, celery, and carrot. Cook over medium heat until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute more.
Add the chicken stock, peas, ham bones, bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Cook half covered over low heat for about 1 to 1.5 hours stirring occasionally. When you get near the end of cooking, you can add the cubed ham. Add salt and pepper to taste. Delicious split pea soup is now ready!

SLOW COOKER ANDERSON'S SPLIT PEA SOUP RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Slow Cooker Anderson's Split Pea Soup Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by ForkAndTheCork

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 cups water
2 cups green split peas
1 rib celery, coarsely chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 dash ground red pepper
1 bay leaf
salt
pepper
cayenne pepper
garlic powder

Steps:

Combine water, peas, celery, carrot, onion, thyme, red pepper, and bay leaf in a slow cooker. (I sauteed onion, carrot, and celery first to add a depth of flavor) Season to taste with salt and pepper, garlic, and cayenne. Cook on low for 6 hours.

Tips:

Use a slow cooker to make the soup for an easy, hands-off meal.
Soak the split peas for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help them soften.
Add a ham bone or ham hock to the soup for extra flavor.
Use a variety of vegetables in the soup, such as carrots, celery, onion, and potatoes.
Season the soup with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Andersen's Split Pea Soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. This copycat recipe is easy to make and tastes just like the original. So next time you're looking for a hearty and delicious soup, give this recipe a try.