JAMAICAN GOLDEN SPLIT PEA SOUP

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A wonderful, simple soup, which can easily be made vegetarian by substituting vegetable broth for the chicken broth. I like to garnish with a dollop of creme fraiche and a sprinkle of chopped chives or parsley. Beer is an excellent accompaniment to this soup.

Provided by P48422

Categories     Beans

Time 2h

Yield 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb yellow split peas
3 quarts chicken broth (preferably homemade)
2 large celery ribs, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1 large turnip, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large parsnip, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large scallion, white portion only,thinly sliced
2 large fresh thyme sprigs
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice, plus more to taste
2 teaspoons kosher salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the broth and split peas to a boil in a large pot over med-high heat.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the peas are soft, about 45 minutes.
  • Add all remaining ingredients.
  • Cover and cook over medium-low heat until the vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Pick out and discard the thyme.
  • Puree the soup in batches in a food mill, food processor or blender (I use my imersion blender and puree it right in the pot).
  • Taste and adjust the seasonings with additional allspice, salt and pepper if needed.
  • This soup can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for several weeks.
  • Stir well after reheating.

Kyle Fischer
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is really creamy. I love the addition of ham and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Vanikea Hester
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the ham and the creamy texture from the split peas. It's also really easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Clara Saab
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of split peas, ham, and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Gold Flowers
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe is amazing. The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is really creamy. I love the addition of ham and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Murad 68
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the ham and the creamy texture from the split peas. It's also really easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Habiba Ahmed
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of split peas, ham, and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Abdellatif Mostafa
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and creamy. I love the addition of ham and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Zikra tech
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it with crusty bread and it was a hit with my family.


Connor Hall
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This soup is amazing! I love the creamy texture and the smoky flavor from the ham. It's also really filling and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Subhan Hussain
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of split peas, ham, and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Saad Qasim
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This soup is delicious and very easy to make. I made it for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover ham or bacon.


Shahibul Antor
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little bit of cayenne pepper to give it a little kick. I also like to serve it with rice and beans.


jagmohan 15
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This Jamaican Golden Split Pea Soup is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is very easy to make and the ingredients are readily available. I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was cream


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