Slow Cooker Split Pea & Ham Soup
Slow Cooker Split Pea & Ham Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This hearty soup combines tender split peas, smoky ham, and fresh vegetables, creating a satisfying dish that warms both body and soul. Simply set your slow cooker and let the flavors meld while you relax. Perfect for busy weekdays or cozy weekends, this family favorite will leave everyone smiling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup green split peas (rinsed)
- 1 smoked ham hock (or 1 cup diced ham)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Chop carrots, celery, and onion; mince garlic.
- In the slow cooker, combine split peas, veggies, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, ham hock (or diced ham), salt, pepper, and broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 hours until peas are tender.
- Remove ham hock if used; shred meat and stir back into soup.
- Serve warm with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the slow cooker. - Feel free to substitute turkey or bacon for a different meat option. - Add potatoes or additional vegetables for variety.