Chef's Andersen's Split Pea Soup
Savor the comforting flavors of this legendary soup inspired by Andersen's, prepared in a crock pot for easy cooking. A velvety blend of split peas, vegetables, and fragrant herbs, this soup is a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Split Pea Soup | |
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| 6 | cups water |
| 2 | cups split peas, rinsed and picked over |
| 1 | stalk celery, coarsely chopped |
| 1 | large large carrot, chopped |
| 1 | medium medium onion, chopped |
| 1 | teaspoon thyme |
| 1 | dash red pepper |
| 1 | bay leaf |
| salt | |
| pepper | |
Instructions
For the Split Pea Soup | |
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| 1. | Combine water, split peas, celery, carrot, onion, thyme, red pepper, and bay leaf in a crock pot. |
| 2. | Season to taste with salt and pepper. |
| 3. | Cook on low heat until the split peas and vegetables are tender, which typically takes 6-8 hours. |
| 4. | Strain the soup through a fine sieve and reheat it until it is just about to boil or use a hand blender to achieve a smooth consistency. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 178.1 kcal |
| Protein | 12.4 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 32.1 g |
| Fiber | 13.1 g |
| Sugar | 5.1 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița