Classic Pea and Ham Soup

Hearty, wholesome, and steeped in nostalgia, this classic pea and ham soup is the kind of slow-simmered comfort that fills the kitchen with warmth. A rich, smoky ham hock melds with tender split peas, herbs, and sweet veg to create a bowl that feels like home. Perfect for chilly nights and best served with thick-cut crusty bread.

By Matt

Classic Pea and Ham Soup

Name: Classic Pea and Ham Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 smoked ham hock; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp dried thyme; 500 g dried split peas, rinsed; 1.5 L chicken stock; 1 bay leaf; Salt and pepper, to taste

Prep Time10m

Cooking Time2hr

Total Time2hr 10m

Serves4

Ingredients

1 smoked ham hock
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
500 g dried split peas, rinsed
1.5 L chicken stock
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until soft.
Add ham hock, thyme, split peas, chicken stock, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Remove ham hock, shred the meat, and return it to the soup.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with crusty bread.

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