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Smoky Split Pea Soup

Smoky Split Pea Soup

Homemade garlic croutons and crispy bacon add texture to this smooth, warming soup. Using split peas makes it simple to prepare without soaking.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 68 servings
Course: Soup
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 10 slices smoked bacon chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano chopped
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 1 lb yellow or green split peas
  • For the croutons:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove crushed
  • 2 slices stale bread cubed

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender
  • Frying pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Fry the bacon in the large pot until browned. Reserve a small amount for garnish.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes, celery, and herbs to the pot. Cook until soft.
  3. Pour in the stock and add the split peas. Bring to a boil.
  4. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes until the peas are soft and broken down.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth.
  6. To make croutons, fry bread cubes with crushed garlic in oil until golden.
  7. Serve the soup topped with the reserved bacon and croutons.

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