Classic Split Pea Soup

Name: Classic Split Pea Soup
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups dry green split peas; 1 medium onion; 2 medium carrots; 2 stalks celery; 6 cups vegetable broth; 1 bay leaf; 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tablespoon olive oil

A thick and comforting soup, rich with the hearty flavor of green split peas and aromatic vegetables, perfect for a chilly evening.

French⏱ 70 min⚠ Contains 1 allergen(s)

Ingredients

Green split peas1.5 cups dry
Onion1 medium
Carrots2 medium
Celery2 stalks
Vegetable broth6 cups
Bay leaf1
Dried thyme0.5 teaspoon
Garlic2 cloves
Olive oil1 tablespoon

Steps

1Rinse green split peas thoroughly.
2Dice onion, carrots, and celery, and mince garlic.
3Heat olive oil in a large pot, then sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
4Add rinsed split peas, vegetable broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme to the pot.
5Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until peas are very tender and have broken down.
6Remove the bay leaf, taste, and season with salt and pepper before serving.