SPLIT-PEA SOUP WITH CHORIZO

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Sausage     Pea     Carrot     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 10 cups, serving 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds cured chorizo (spicy pork sausage, available at Hispanic markets and many supermarkets), sliced thin
1 onion, chopped
1 rib of celery, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound split peas, picked over
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 carrots, halved lengthwise and sliced thin crosswise
croutons as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a heavy kettle brown the chorizo over moderate heat, stirring, transfer it with slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the fat. In the fat remaining in the kettle cook the onion, the celery, and the garlic over moderately low heat, stirring, until the celery is softened, add the split peas, the broth, the water, the thyme, and the bay leaf, and simmer the mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/4 hours, Stir in the carrots and simmer the soup, covered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the carrots are tender. Discard the bay leaf, season the soup with salt and pepper, and serve it with the croutons.

MD ROKONUZZGIMAN KHAN
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This soup is amazing! I'll definitely be making it again.


Tade Funmilayo
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best split pea soup I've ever had.


Oguntolu Azeezat
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chorizo. I always have some leftover chorizo in the fridge and this soup is the perfect way to use it up.


Sufiyan Memon
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This soup is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


Gospel Radiobim
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's so convenient and the results are always amazing.


Tyrese Nduku
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This soup is a must-try for any split pea soup lover. The chorizo adds a wonderful depth of flavor and the peas are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Strobery Bunny
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I'm a huge fan of split pea soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it.


Chris Hernandez
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's so hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love the addition of chorizo, it really takes this soup to the next level.


Shahid Sony
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting. I usually add a little bit of chopped spinach or kale for extra nutrition.


Marsil Hacker
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Rahat Don
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I made this soup for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Trevor Noran
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This soup is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The chorizo adds a wonderful smokiness and the peas are so creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


sultan haider
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I'm not a huge fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The chorizo and the spices really make all the difference. I'll definitely be making this again.


Atikur Rhaman
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This soup is a lifesaver on cold winter days. It's so hearty and filling, and it always warms me up. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Cassandra Laddaga
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a little extra garlic and paprika to give it a bit more flavor.


nicolle goncalves
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This split pea soup with chorizo is incredible! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the chorizo adds a nice kick of spice. I will definitely be making this again.