Name: Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 6 cups vegetable broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste

Description

This Classic Split Pea Soup is a comforting, hearty, and nutritious dish perfect for any season. Made with green split peas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, it delivers a rich and creamy texture whether you choose to blend it or enjoy it chunky. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, this soup is a wholesome choice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
6 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for an additional minute to release their flavors.
Add Split Peas and Broth: Mix in the rinsed split peas and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Simmer Soup: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened.
Blend Soup (Optional): Remove the bay leaf. For a creamy texture, partially blend the soup using an immersion blender. Alternatively, leave it chunky for a heartier consistency.
Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting homemade split pea soup.

Notes

Rinsing the split peas helps remove any dust or debris from packaging.
For a smoky flavor, consider adding a ham bone or smoked paprika if not vegetarian.
You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for non-vegetarian versions.
This soup thickens as it cools; add water or broth if reheating and it becomes too thick.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freeze well for up to 3 months.