SHORTCUT SPLIT PEA SOUP

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Pair this soup with a simple tossed salad for a well-rounded, nourishing meal that's quick and easy. -Donna Noel, Gray, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups water
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 celery ribs and leaves
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) condensed split pea soup, undiluted
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, bouillon granules and thyme to a boil. Thinly slice celery ribs and finely chop the leaves; set leaves aside., Add celery ribs and carrots to water mixture; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until tender. Stir in the soup, ham and celery leaves; heat through. Top each serving with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.