Mrs Schreiner's Split Pea Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with rich, savory flavors, Mrs. Schreiner's Split Pea Soup is a timeless recipe that will delight your taste buds and nourish your soul. This hearty soup features tender green split peas simmered with a smoky ham hock, aromatic vegetables like onion, carrots, and celery, and a touch of dried thyme for a subtle herbaceous note. The slow-cooking process creates a creamy, velvety texture that’s hearty enough to stand alone or pair beautifully with crusty bread. Perfect for cold days or whenever you're craving a wholesome homemade meal, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and brimming with protein and fiber. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it's the ultimate classic comfort food you'll return to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried green split peas
• 8 cups water
• 1 whole ham hock (or diced smoked ham)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the split peas under cold water and remove any debris or discolored peas. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and starting to brown.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the rinsed split peas, water, ham hock (or diced ham), bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Check the soup periodically, skimming off any foam that forms on the surface and adding additional water if the soup becomes too thick.

Step 8

Once the peas have broken down and the soup has thickened, remove the ham hock from the pot. Shred the meat off the bone, then return the meat to the soup.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3301.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2359.9

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 247.5mg	0%
Sodium 6859.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 111.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 197.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 577.7mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 6329.6mg	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: 16.8%

Protein: 33.1%

Carbs: 50.0%