Stovetop Split Pea Soup with Ham

Name: Stovetop Split Pea Soup with Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 ounces diced onion (about 1 large); 1/2 cup (2 ounces) diced celery; 2 ounces (about 1/2 cup) diced carrot; 4 cloves garlic (minced (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)); 3/4 pound (12 ounces) dry green split peas; 1 (32 ounce) box chicken stock; 2 dried bay leaves; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 small ham shank preferred, (or 1 cup diced/shredded ham); 1/2 cup to 1 cup water; 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; salt to taste

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

This easy-to-make split pea soup is cozy, comforting, and full of fantastic flavor. The ham adds smokiness, while the split peas and vegetables are the stars. The soup freezes well, too!

Updated at: Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:23:42 GMT