EASY "PEASY" SPLIT PEA SOUP

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This is my version of split pea soup. I discovered that the Sazon from Goya that is sold in packets is a wonderful flavor enhancer for this soup. If you can't get it just use seasoned salt which is what I used to use. This soup takes a while to thicken but worth the wait.

Provided by Lori Ann

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

16 oz green or yellow split peas
4 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion
1 large carrot peeled
1 stalk(s) celery with leaves
1 tsp garlic powder
1 packet sazon seasoning or 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 tsp celery salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp badia jamon (ham flavored seasoning
1/2 c finely chopped ham (optional)
4 c vegetable broth
4 c chicken broth

Steps:

  • 1. Put onion, celery with tops (make sure they're not wilted) and carrot in a food processor and chop until fine.
  • 2. Heat the olive oil in a large dutch oven or pot and add the chopped onion-celery-carrot mixture and garlic powder. Cook on low for about 5 minutes.
  • 3. Add all remaining ingredients (if using chopped ham omit the jamon seasoning) and bring to a boil.) Lower heat, cover and then simmer for about 1 1/2 hours stirring often until peas are cooked through and soup is thickened. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
  • 4. Serve with grilled swiss and ham on marbled rye bread. Yummy! Enjoy

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