Best Wild Rice And Split Pea Soup Recipes

SPLIT PEA SOUP

Steps:

• In a large stock pot, cover peas with 2 quarts cold water and soak overnight. If you need a faster method, simmer the peas gently for 2 minutes, and then soak for l hour.
• Once peas are soaked, add ham bone, onion, salt, pepper and marjoram. Cover, bring to boil and then simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
• Remove bone; cut off meat, dice and return meat to soup. Add celery, carrots and potatoes. Cook slowly, uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

SPLIT PEA AND RICE SOUP

Steps:

• Rinse the peas.
• Put them in a soup pot with 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes.
• Meanwhile, saute the onions and garlic in olive oil until onions are translucent.
• Mix in the spices and saute for 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Set aside.
• When peas are cooked, stir in the onion mixture along with the stock.
• Add the lemon juice and cooked rice and season with salt and pepper.
• Stir in the parsley and gently reheat.

SPLIT PEA SOUP MIX

Steps:

• Combine the first 7 ingredients. Transfer to airtight containers, or divide equally among 13 plastic bags. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.Yield: 13 batches (13 cups total). , To prepare soup: In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup soup mix with broth, pepper and, if desired, cubed chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until peas and lentils are tender, 1 to 1-1/4 hours.

SLOW-COOKER SPLIT PEA SOUP

Steps:

• In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours or until peas are tender.Freeze Option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Heat through in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.