Hearty Split Pea Soup

Name: Hearty Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 12 servings (3 quarts).
Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) dried split peas; 8 cups water; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 large onions, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 2 cups cubed cooked corned beef or ham; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 5 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules; 1 teaspoon dried marjoram; 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Cook: 1-1/2 hours YIELD: 12 servings (3 quarts).

For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is peppery rather than smoky, and a tasty change of pace. —Barbara Link, Alta Loma, California

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) dried split peas
8 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 large onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 cups cubed cooked corned beef or ham
1/2 cup chopped celery
5 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

1. In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 199 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 352mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat.

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