SPICY SPLIT PEA SOUP

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I love this recipe because it is easy and I can start it in about 10 minutes in the morning and when I come home I have a delcious meal with a nice bite to it. It is very savory and can be made without the ham and still tastes great!

Provided by lhammons

Categories     Beans

Time 9h10m

Yield 10 big hearty bowls, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons light olive oil
1/4 cup instant minced onion
2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
4 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
20 ounces dried split yellow peas (I prefer yellow, but green are good too)
2 cups cubed ham
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
1 pint whipping cream

Steps:

  • In crock pot combine olive oil, minced onions, crushed red peppers, garlic, chicken broth, split peas, and ham.Cook on low for 9 hours.
  • Add the can of pumpkin and stir until it is completely combined.
  • Add whipping cream and stir until it is completely combined.
  • I like to add a little fresh ground pepper when served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.9, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 81.5, Sodium 702.7, Carbohydrate 50.9, Fiber 18.7, Sugar 7.9, Protein 23.7

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