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Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

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Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights, busy days, or anytime you’re craving a hearty, nutritious meal with minimal effort. Made with tender split peas, vegetables, and savory seasonings, this easy-to-make soup is rich in flavor and packed with healthy ingredients. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing you to set it and forget it while you go about your day. Whether you enjoy it on its own or with a side of crusty bread, this soup is sure to warm you up and satisfy your hunger.

Ingredients

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Here’s what you’ll need to make Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup:

  • 1 lb dried split peas, rinsed and sorted
  • 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 ham bone or 2 cups diced cooked ham (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if sautéing vegetables)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

  1. Rinse the Split Peas: Place the split peas in a colander and rinse them under cold water to remove any dust or debris. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the onion, peel and slice the carrots, and chop the celery into small pieces. Mince the garlic.

Assemble the Soup:

  1. Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: In the slow cooker, add the rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, diced onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary. Stir everything together.
  2. Add Ham (Optional): If using, add the ham bone or diced cooked ham to the slow cooker.
  3. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. If you used a ham bone, you might not need as much salt, so adjust to your preference.

Cook the Soup:

  1. Slow Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened. Stir occasionally if possible.
  2. Check the Consistency: Once the peas are tender, check the consistency of the soup. If you prefer a thicker soup, use a potato masher to mash some of the peas. For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup.

Final Adjustments:

  1. Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Once the soup is ready, taste it and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or herbs if needed.
  2. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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