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Kicked-Up Split Pea Soup Recipe

A hearty and flavorful split pea soup with a kick.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups split peas rinsed
  • 1 ham hock
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, combine split peas, ham hock, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, cumin, and smoked paprika.
  2. 2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3. Remove ham hock, shred the meat, and return it to the pot. Discard the bone.
  4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Comfort Food, Soup, Split Pea
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