Description
A hearty and comforting soup packed with protein and rich flavors, perfect for family gatherings and chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green split peas
- 1 lb beef ham or ham hock
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the split peas thoroughly under cold water and set aside.
- Combine the beef ham, split peas, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, and beef broth in a slow cooker or pot.
- Cook on low for about 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours in a slow cooker; or bring to a boil and then simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours on the stove.
- Shred the ham hock, return the meat to the pot, and sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly chopped herbs if desired.
Notes
Allow flavors to meld for a richer soup. Adjust thickness by adding more broth or water as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 40mg