Split Pea Soup
A simple, hearty, and warming soup for a song. Enjoy this savory soup with delicious split peas, salty chunks of ham, and sweet carrots and parsnips. Delicious with a sprinkle of vinegar and feel free to add your favorite herbs and serve with crusty bread.
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 1 ½ cups diced ham
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- 2 quarts water
- 1# dried split peas
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced parsnips
Instructions:
Melt butter in large pot. Add ham & onions. Sauté until onion is translucent. Stir in water, peas, salt & pepper. Bring to toil; reduce heat to a gentle boil, cover and cook 3 hours. Add carrots and parsnips and cook 1 hour longer.