Split Pea Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (1 lb) dried split peas, picked over and rinsed
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
• 2 large carrots, chopped (about 2 cups)
• 2 ribs celery, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

90 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place the split peas, onion, carrots, celery, chicken broth, water, bay leaf, thyme, and black pepper in a large Dutch oven or pot.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 90 minutes, or until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened.
4. Stir in the parsley and season with salt to taste.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 4g (saturated 1g)
• Carbohydrates: 40g (fiber 10g)
• Protein: 12g
• Vitamin A: 10% Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin C: 25% DV
• Iron: 15% DV

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Hearty and comforting
• Vegan-friendly
• Easy to prepare

User Comments:

• "This soup is so delicious and easy to make. It's perfect for a cold day." - John Doe
• "I love the split pea soup at my favorite restaurant, but this recipe is just as good, if not better." - Jane Doe
• "I'm not a huge fan of split peas, but this soup changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful." - Mary Smith

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to pick over the split peas to remove any debris.
• If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth instead.
• You can add other vegetables to the soup, such as potatoes, zucchini, or spinach.
• If you want a thicker soup, you can blend part of it in a blender.