Kittencal's Pea Soup with Ham Bone Crock Pot or Stove Top

Cozy up with a bowl of Kittencal's Pea Soup with Ham Bone, a hearty and comforting recipe that’s perfect for cooler days. This versatile soup can be made in a crock pot for effortless slow cooking or on the stovetop for a quicker preparation. Packed with nutritious split peas, tender chunks of carrot, celery, and potato, and infused with the smoky richness of a ham bone, every spoonful delivers comforting flavor and wholesome goodness. A touch of garlic, thyme, and parsley enhances the aroma, while an optional addition of diced cooked ham takes this soup to the next level. Whether you blend it smooth or leave it chunky, this easy-to-make soup is satisfying, budget-friendly, and perfect for meal prep with leftovers that reheat beautifully. Perfect for terms like "pea soup recipe with ham bone" or "crock pot split pea soup," this dish is a must-try for soup lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 ounces dried split peas
• 1 ham bone
• 2 large carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup cooked ham, diced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Sort through the dried split peas to remove any debris, then rinse them thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

If using a crock pot, add the rinsed split peas, ham bone, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, potatoes, chicken broth, bay leaf, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper to the crock pot. Stir to combine.

Step 3

If using the stove top, combine all the same ingredients in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Stir well.

Step 4

For the crock pot, cover and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the peas are completely soft and the soup has thickened.

Step 5

For the stove top, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the peas are fully cooked and the soup is thickened.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the ham bone; shred any meat off the bone and return the meat to the soup. Discard the bone.

Step 7

If using diced cooked ham, stir it into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking to warm through.

Step 8

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup for a creamier texture, if desired, or leave it chunky for a more rustic feel.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or croutons if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3703.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680.6

Total Fat 29.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 168.1mg	0%
Sodium 10886.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 402.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 133.9g	0%
Total Sugars 65.4g
Protein 219.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 708.4mg	0%
Iron 34.4mg	0%
Potassium 10087.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.8%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 58.4%