Split pea soup is a hearty, comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, it's no wonder why this soup has been enjoyed by people of all ages for centuries. However, a classic split pea soup can always be improved, and the secret lies in adding just a touch of sherry. The sweetness and nutty flavor of the sherry perfectly complements the earthy taste of the peas, creating a truly unforgettable soup. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make split pea soup with a unique twist, this recipe is definitely worth trying.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
HEARTY SPLIT PEA SOUP!
The onions, carrots, celery, potatoes and garlic are sauteed first to enliven the sugars in them. This comfort soup gets a wonderful smokey flavor from your choice of ham bone or shank or smoked turkey wings. It's swirled with sherry. Topped with bacon bits and croutons.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Pork
Time 3h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large pot heat oil add onions, celery, carrots, potatoes and carrot saute for 5 minutes add garlic, oregano, bay leaf, salt, pepper & ham bone stir 1 minute. Add peas and cover with enough water to completely submerge all ingredients by a couple inches.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 3-4 hours, until thickened be sure to stir throughout the cooking. The longer you cook it the thicker it gets.
- Go ahead a sneak a taste.
- Season with hot pepper sauce and black pepper Drizzle with sherry.
- Optional I prefer-Blend all but meat in a blender to smooth out.
- Garnish with croutons and bacon bits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.3, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 5.8, Sodium 195.4, Carbohydrate 96.8, Fiber 33, Sugar 13.4, Protein 32.9
PARKER'S SPLIT PEA SOUP
Is there anything more comforting than a bowl of homemade soup? Cook up a pot of Parker's Split Pea Soup by Ina Garten, Food Network's Barefoot Contessa.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories appetizer
Time 1h40m
Yield 5 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 4-quart stockpot on medium heat, saute the onions and garlic with the olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper until the onions are translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the carrots, potatoes, 1/2 pound of split peas, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Skim off the foam while cooking. Add the remaining split peas and continue to simmer for another 40 minutes, or until all the peas are soft. Stir frequently to keep the solids from burning on the bottom. Taste for salt and pepper. Serve hot.
SPLIT PEA SOUP
This customizable recipe for classic split pea soup allows you to make it vegetarian or not with equally delicious results. Meat eaters can get that classic smoky flavor by adding bacon or ham hock, while vegetarians can reach for the smoked paprika. Half the split peas are added part way through cooking, which adds texture to each cozy, hearty spoonful.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories lunch, weekday, beans, soups and stews, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 2h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- If using bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, 12 to 13 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with a paper towel. Once cool, crumble and set aside for garnish. If using ham hock: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil, then brown the ham hock until golden, about 6 minutes. If making the soup vegetarian: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Add the onion, leeks and garlic and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. (If the vegetables seem dry, add a little olive oil.) Stir in the carrots, paprika (if using), half the split peas, thyme and 8 cups stock or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partly covered, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes until peas are tender.
- Mash the soup coarsely with a potato masher or give it a few quick blitzes with an immersion blender (watch out for the thyme sprigs). If you'd prefer a smoother soup, blitz until nearly smooth. Add the remaining 1/2 pound split peas and simmer about 1 hour, or until the peas are soft. If at any point the soup looks too thick, add more stock or water; if it looks too thin, remove the lid during the second simmer until it thickens. If using ham hocks, remove any meat from the bone, cut it into small cubes and stir into the soup. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with crumbled bacon, if using, and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 611, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 2129 milligrams, Sugar 21 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SPLIT PEA SOUP
This is a wonderful, hearty split pea soup. Great for a fall or blustery winter day.
Provided by bluebayou
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 10h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large stock pot, cover peas with 2 quarts cold water and soak overnight. If you need a faster method, simmer the peas gently for 2 minutes, and then soak for l hour.
- Once peas are soaked, add ham bone, onion, salt, pepper and marjoram. Cover, bring to boil and then simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Remove bone; cut off meat, dice and return meat to soup. Add celery, carrots and potatoes. Cook slowly, uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 21.5 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 255.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
HEARTY SPLIT PEA SOUP
For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is peppery rather than smoky, and a tasty change of pace. -Barbara Link, Alta Loma, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY SPLIT PEA SOUP
A friend gave me this recipe 25 years ago. At the time, she was in her 60s and working as a cook on a riverboat barge.-Sherry Smith, Salem, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; drain, reserving drippings. Add onion and celery to drippings. Saute until vegetables are tender; drain. Add the peas, water, potatoes, ham, salt, bay leaf and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until peas are very tender, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf., Cool slightly. Process in small batches in a blender until smooth. Return to Dutch oven; stir in cream. Heat through (do not boil). Garnish with reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 832mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH SHERRY
This is based on a recipe from drfuhrman.com. It is a delicious split pea soup with some extras that give the flavor an interesting twist. I simplified the instructions to make it easier to prepare.....For each can of low sodium broth, I substitute 2 cups water, 1 tablespoon VegiZest (from drfuhrman.com) and 1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)......You can reduce prep time by using frozen or pre-chopped vegetables and jarred garlic.
Provided by Anne Sainz
Categories Beans
Time 2h40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Chop onion, celery, carrots, mushrooms and garlic and set aside.
- Rinse split peas. In a large soup pot (at least 7 quarts), combine peas, broth, bay leaf, thyme and cumin. Bring to boiling, stirring frequently and watching carefully so it doesn't boil over. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- When peas have cooked for 1 hour, stir in chopped vegetables.
- Return soup to boiling, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes more or until vegetables are tender.
- Discard bay leaf.
- Stir in Sherry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.7, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 56.1, Carbohydrate 52.1, Fiber 21.1, Sugar 9.1, Protein 19.7
SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH ROSEMARY
The rosemary adds a distinctive flavor to this wonderful soup.
Provided by Cathy H.
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Split Pea Soup Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large pot, and cook over medium heat until crisp. Stir in onion, leek, carrot, and garlic; cook until the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Pour in chicken broth. Stir in split peas, bay leaves, and rosemary. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover, and simmer until peas are cooked, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 13.4 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1194.8 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
MRS. SCHREINER'S SPLIT-PEA SOUP
Provided by Elaine B. Curtin
Categories Soup/Stew Onion Pork Wheat/Gluten-Free Lunch Bacon Pea Carrot Winter Simmer Gourmet New York Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large heavy kettle cook bacon over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp and transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Pour off all but about 1/4 cup bacon fat from kettle and cook onions and carrots, stirring, until softened. Add remaining ingredients and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally and adding 1 to 2 cups more water if soup becomes too thick, 2 hours.
- Remove kettle from heat and transfer ham hock with a slotted spoon to a cutting board. Discard fat and bones and chop meat. Return meat to kettle and simmer soup, stirring, until heated through. Discard bay leaf.
- Just before serving, crumble bacon and sprinkle over soup.
Tips:
- Use a variety of split peas. Green split peas are the most common type, but you can also use yellow or brown split peas. Each type of pea has a slightly different flavor and texture, so experiment to find your favorite.
- Soak the split peas before cooking. This will help them to cook more evenly and quickly. You can soak the peas in water for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Add vegetables to the soup. Vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions are classic additions to split pea soup. You can also add other vegetables, such as potatoes, turnips, or parsnips.
- Season the soup to taste. Split pea soup is typically seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic. You can also add other spices, such as cumin, coriander, or thyme.
- Serve the soup with a garnish. A simple garnish, such as chopped parsley or croutons, can add a pop of color and flavor to the soup.
Conclusion:
Split pea soup is a delicious, hearty, and affordable meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham or bacon. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a pot of split pea soup that will warm your body and soul. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give split pea soup a try.
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