SPLIT PEA CHUNKY SOUP

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Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tsp canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery, sliced
1 (16 oz) bag dried green split peas, picked over, rinsed, and drained
2 (32 oz) cartons low sodium vegetable broth
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 lb sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2" cubes
3 c. chopped swiss chard (about 1 lb)

Steps:

1. Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion & cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3-4 min. Add carrots & celery, cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 4-5 min. 2. Stir in split peas, broth, & salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat & simmer, covered, 45 min. Stir in sweet potatoes & cook, covered, until split peas are softened & potatoes are fork tender about 20 minutes. 3. Stir in Swiss chard, cover & cook until chard is tender about 10 min.