YELLOW SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH SALT PORK

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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound dried yellow split peas
4 cups chicken broth
2 small onions, finley chopped
1 pound salt pork in a piece
1 bay leaf
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried marjoram or thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the yellow split peas carefully. Cover them with chicken broth, add the chopped onions, salt pork, bay leaf and herbs and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 1 to1 1/4 hours or until the peas are tender but have not fallen apart.
  • Remove salt pork from the soup; discard the bay leaf and season soup to taste with salt and pepper. Cut the salt pork into 1/4 inch slices. Place a few slices of pork in individual serving bowls, ladle soup over the pork and serve with good rye bread.
  • VARIATIONS Add a chopped carrot and stalk of celery to the mixture; after you remove the salt pork, puree the soup and thin with more stock if too thick.
  • Or simmer soup without salt pork; saute kielbasa until crisp, slice thinly and serve in soup.

Enerst Ekoue
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I've never made split pea soup before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Tevita Kanamata
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover split peas. I also like to add some chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra flavor.


Papoto hanana
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I love the way this soup warms me up on a cold day. It's also a very filling soup. I usually have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Kutlwano Khatle
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I can usually make a big pot of soup for less than $10.


Ciro Piroscia
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I'm not a big fan of salt pork, but I really enjoyed this soup. The salt pork adds a lot of flavor to the soup without being overpowering.


Joseph Njane
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. I also like to add some chopped potatoes and carrots to the soup for extra flavor.


Aria Reynolds
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you have on hand. You can also add different spices to change the flavor of the soup.


King Kewan
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I often make a big pot of soup on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week. It's a great way to have a healthy and delicious meal on hand.


Mara Stegariu
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I've never made split pea soup before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Tshepo Mantsho
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet peas and the salty pork. I also like to add some chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra nutrition.


Briteny Joan
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The salt pork adds a lot of flavor to the soup. I also like the addition of the vegetables.


Sarmin Sultana
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I can usually make a big pot of soup for less than $10.


Bizwa Budha
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I love the smoky flavor that the salt pork adds to this soup. I also like to add a bit of smoked paprika to the soup for extra flavor.


Smrity KHandakar
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever vegetables I have on hand to the soup. It's always a delicious and healthy meal.


Tarsem Singh
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great soup for a busy weeknight. I was able to get it on the table in under an hour.


Marvin Wulff
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of the sweet peas and the salty pork. I also like to add a bit of fresh thyme to the soup for extra flavor.


gabriel nkagisang mathe
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a success. It's a great soup for a cold winter day. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Al1yxaa
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham or bacon. I also like to add some chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra flavor.


Razib Ahmed
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The salt pork adds a delicious smoky flavor to the soup. I also like to add a bit of cayenne pepper for a little spice.


Talent Privah
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This yellow split pea soup with salt pork is a hearty and flavorful dish. The soup is thick and creamy, with a rich flavor from the salt pork. The peas are tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again!