Savory Split Pea Soup with Ham Bone – A Comfort Classic! 🥣

Get ready to warm your soul with every spoonful of this hearty and delicious split pea soup with ham bone! Simmered slowly to bring out deep, savory flavors, this soup is the perfect blend of tender split peas, sweet carrots, aromatic celery, and succulent, smoky ham pulled right off the bone.

The ham bone adds an incredible depth of flavor, enriching the broth and turning this humble soup into a mouthwatering masterpiece. The ham breaks down beautifully as it cooks, adding satisfying chunks of savory meat to the creamy, velvety broth. Whether you’re battling a cold day or just craving something cozy and nourishing, this classic recipe never disappoints.

This is comfort food at its finest—simple ingredients, big flavor, and the kind of dish that warms you from the inside out.

Why You’ll Love It:
• Rich, smoky flavor from the ham bone
• Velvety texture with soft peas and tender vegetables
• Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner
• Thick, creamy texture with no cream added
• Naturally hearty and protein-rich
• Perfect use for leftover ham or ham bones
• A satisfying meal that gets better the next day!

Serve it with crusty bread or a sprinkle of fresh herbs, and you’ve got a bowl of comfort that feels like a warm hug.

Directions:
Sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in the butter and olive oil for about 3 minutes.
After sautéing add the rest of your seasonings and the hambone, including the 8 cups of chicken broth along with the split peas, Stir together and simmer approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Frequently stir within that period time.

Alternate method:
This also can be done in a slow cooker/crockpot on high for about 5 hours and on low for about 10 hours, but check periodically for consistency.


Here are the ingredients are listed below:

1 lb of dry split peas
1 Ham bone with meat on
2 cups of ham total
2 cups of onion
2 cups of carrots
1 cup of celery
1 1/2 tablespoons of onion powder
2 tablespoons of butter (salted)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
4 to 5 cloves of garlic
2 Bay leaves
1 teaspoon of thyme or 2 fresh sprigs
8 Cups of chicken broth
Salt and Pepper to taste after cooking.
Thin with water, if too thick
Or if too thin, just continue to cook
Adjust to your liking.

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