Split Pea and Ham Soup
2016-02-25- Cuisine: Family
- Course: Starter
- Skill Level: Intermediate
Recipe Info
- Servings : 4
- Cook Time : 55m
- Ready In : 55m
Ingredients
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1⁄2 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Probrands Split Green Peas, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1⁄2 cup ham, diced
- 1⁄2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
Method
Step 1
In a medium pot, add the olive oil, onions and carrot and sweat them over medium low heat until tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 2
Add the peas and allow them to be mixed thoroughly with the vegetables and oil.
Step 3
Add the thyme, broth, ham and oregano and cook covered over medium low heat for 45 minutes or until the peas are soft. Add to a blender and purée until smooth.
Step 4
Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra ham and carrots.