Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup

Name: Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 495 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed; 1 large smoked ham hock (or 1 cup diced ham); 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 6 cups gluten-free chicken broth; 2 cups water; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp kosher salt

A thick, satisfying split pea soup with smoky ham hock and vegetables - a classic American comfort dish that takes care of itself all day in the slow cooker.

495 minEasyServes 6300 cal/serving

AmericanSoupSlow CookerHigh ProteinHigh FiberGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed
1 large smoked ham hock (or 1 cup diced ham)
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups gluten-free chicken broth
2 cups water
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

1

Add the 2 cups rinsed dried green split peas, 1 large smoked ham hock (or 1 cup diced ham), 2 medium diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, 1 medium diced yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 bay leaves, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp kosher salt to the slow cooker.
2

Pour in the 6 cups gluten-free chicken broth and 2 cups water. Stir gently to combine. The liquid should just cover the ingredients; add more water if needed.
3

Cook on LOW for 8 hours (or HIGH for 5-6 hours), until the dried green split peas are completely soft and beginning to dissolve into a thick, creamy soup.
4

Remove the smoked ham hock (or 1 cup diced ham). When cool enough to handle, pull the meat from the bone, shred it into bite-size pieces, and return the meat to the slow cooker. Discard the bone and bay leaves.
5

Stir the soup vigorously to help break down the peas. Taste and adjust with additional kosher salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

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Questions

How long does Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup take?

As written, 495 minutes: 15 of prep and 480 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (overnight, or about 8 hours): "Cook on LOW for 8 hours (or HIGH for 5-6 hours), until the dried green split peas are completely soft and beginning to dissolve into a thick, creamy soup."

Is there a substitute for smoked paprika in Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup?

The entry for Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup calls for 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. In its place: Sweet paprika with a small pinch of cumin, or a few drops of liquid smoke. Chipotle powder works if you want heat as well.

Is Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How much protein is in Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) has 13 g of protein in about 300 calories, alongside 58 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 9 g fiber and 400 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

Can I make Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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