SLOW COOKER SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH HORSERADISH CREAM

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Yellow or green split peas are consumed around the world because they are cheap, nonperishable and highly nutritious. Preparing them in a slow cooker makes for an affordable, delicious meal-in-a-bowl that requires nothing more than combining all of the ingredients, then simmering for several hours. Don't skip the horseradish cream swirled in at the end; it is the work of just a few minutes, and it makes this humble dish feel special. To make the soup vegetarian, use water instead of chicken stock, increase the smoked paprika to 1 teaspoon, omit the ham, and stir in a spoonful of white or yellow miso paste at the end, which will add savoriness. (You can also prepare this in a pressure cooker.)

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, main course, side dish

Time 8h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow or red onion, minced
3 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1 large carrot, chopped
5 large garlic cloves, smashed and chopped
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves removed, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 fresh or dried bay leaves
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 smoked ham hock (about 1 pound)
1 pound green or yellow split peas
5 1/4 cups chicken stock (or water)
1/4 cup dry white wine or vermouth (see Tip)
1/2 lemon, juiced (about 1 tablespoon)
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons jarred, drained horseradish
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the oil, onion, celery, carrot, garlic, smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, bay leaves, 2 teaspoons salt and a few generous grinds of pepper. Add the ham hock, split peas, stock and wine, and cook on low until the peas are tender, 8 to 10 hours.
  • Discard the bay leaves. Transfer the ham hock to a bowl. Using two forks, pull the meat from the ham hock, discard the bone and return the meat to the pot. Stir in the lemon juice, then taste the soup, adding more salt and pepper if necessary. The soup will thicken as it sits; if it is too thick for your taste, stir in a bit of warm broth or water.
  • Combine the sour cream, horseradish and mustard in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Serve the soup with the horseradish cream for topping.

Vera Le
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day. The horseradish cream is a great addition and really gives the soup a nice flavor.


Khanji Hammd
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and satisfying. The split peas are cooked perfectly and the horseradish cream adds a nice kick. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family.


Neerajan Yadav
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my family. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The horseradish cream is the perfect finishing touch.


Asma Arshad
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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It's also very healthy and filling. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day. The horseradish cream is a great addition and really gives the soup a nice


siddik cox
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but I decided to try this recipe because of the horseradish cream. I'm glad I did! The soup was delicious and the horseradish cream really made it. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Man man Lonria
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day. The horseradish cream is a great addition and really gives the soup a nice flavor.


Caroline
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and satisfying, and the horseradish cream adds a nice kick. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Mentor Milla
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This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. The horseradish cream is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this soup again soon.


Adekunle Zubair
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was thick and flavorful, and the horseradish cream was a perfect addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


AHMERDY
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The soup was delicious! The split peas were cooked perfectly and the horseradish cream added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Ge Shi
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a hearty and satisfying soup.


Md mujahid mia Md mujahid mia
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I'm not usually a fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The horseradish cream really makes all the difference. It adds a nice kick of flavor that balances out the sweetness of the peas. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


noor shah
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This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves split pea soup. The horseradish cream adds a delicious and unique flavor that really sets it apart from other recipes. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


B o o t l e g P e e p
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This recipe is a keeper! The soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it do all the work. The horseradish cream is a great addition and really takes the soup to th


Malik Shawaiz
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I followed the recipe to a T and the soup turned out perfectly. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was nice and thick. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit with my guests.


Maureenclare Murunga
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This split pea soup was an absolute delight! The horseradish cream added a unique and flavorful twist that perfectly complemented the hearty soup. My family loved it, and we'll definitely be making it again.