I don’t think there’s a cook in the country who doesn’t have a split pea soup in their repertoire of winter recipes.
Split Pea Soup
This creamy soup is a classic comfort food, and for good reason. Just toss an inexpensive bag of dried peas and salty bacon or ham into a slow cooker, and you’ll have a hearty meal with very little work involved.
If you ask me, it’s a terrific dieter’s meal too. For just a few hundred calories, I’m satisfied for hours.
Split Pea Soup with Bacon and Carrots
You say you don’t have a slow cooker? No problem! Any old pot works for this soup. Just turn the burner on low, and when your house smells so good that you start to drool, you’ll know it’s ready to go.
Happy cooking!
Ingredients
- 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 4 cups water
- 2 1/2 cups dried split peas
- 1 cup bacon , finely chopped, meat only with no fat
- 2 cups shredded carrot
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 large bay leaf
- 1 ½ teaspoons thyme
Instructions
- Add ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 8 hours. Add water if needed.
Notes
Amount Per Serving Calories: 190 Weight Watchers PointsPlus 4 Total Fat: 0.86g Cholesterol: 1mg Sodium: 312mg Total Carbs: 33.82g Dietary Fiber: 13.10g Sugars: 5.80g Protein: 12.78g
The statements made here are strictly my opinion and are not meant to replace medical advice from your physician. Please see disclaimer for further details. Nutrition information is compiled with MacGourmet. If you find discrepancies, please let me know. It’s important to me that I provide you with accurate information.
healthy warming soup
Don’t you just love the slow cooker, so easy and little to do except eat it when it’s ready. Your soup look healthy and delicious.
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Split pea soup with ham is one of those German staples that I grew up with and that evokes utter homeliness and reassurance to me
Wonderful recipe!
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This is what I love about my food friends – I had no idea that split pea soup was a German staple. It was something my mom made as I was growing up, so I never knew the history of the soup.
The best part is that’s it’s really good for you too!
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This soup looks really good. I personally love split pea soup but my husband isn’t a fan of the way it looks. However, that doesn’t stop me from making it. ;o)
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My husband will eat split pea soup, but my problem is there’s only two of us so a batch of soup lasts a long time!
Oh dear, Kristi. Here’s a cook without a split pea soup… until now. I’m glad I waited for the definitive recipe. A perfect winter warmer!
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Really Hester? You’ll have to let me know when you make it and how you improve the recipe. And your Toad-in-the-hole looks amazing!
I love my slow cooker and always looking for great ways to fill it!
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It’s true that there’s nothing better than coming home to the aroma of food cooking in a slow cooker!
I love split pea soup, but I don’t have a good slow cooker recipe for it. This looks lovely, just chunky enough and very satisfying.
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I don’t think I could live without my slow cooker this time of year.
Delicious! I love split pea soup
Thanks for your recipe!
Slow cookers are always handy to make delicious soup. Once II tried making split pea soup in a sauce pan it took me long time.
Split pea soup does take a long time to cook, but it’s mostly just chop a few veggies, dump in the pot, and then go about our business. But you’re right. If you want to eat right away, this isn’t the soup for a quick meal.
I LOVE split pea soup! …and you’re right! It’s one of the few soups that satisfies for hours! It’s also one of my favorites. This recipe looks delicious!
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Thanks Ann! Have a good weekend!
I haven’t had split pea soup in FOREVER! I don’t know why, because it’s one of my favorites and you’ve reminded me of how low in calories it is for something so filling
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It’s truly an affordable meal in more ways than one! Have a good weekend!
My husband loves split pea soup, but I am not a fan. I might have to try this recipe and just make it for him!
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That’s funny – it’s just the opposite in my house! Have a good week.
A hearty, but very flavourful and comforting winter soup!
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I haven’t had split pea soup in a long time. I need the temperatures to dip a little and it is going right on my menu.
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We just wrapped up a week of wild winter weather so the soup was perfect. I’m glad you’re having milder weather.
The flavors of bacon & carrot add just the right touch! This sounds delicious, I think you should have titled your post, “NOT just another split pea recipe”!!
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That’s cute. I like your title better. Thanks for the suggestion!
All thumbs up for soup! It is freezing outside tonight, this soup is ideal for this weather! Warm, tasty and most of all full of vitamins!
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It so true that cold weather makes me want a warming soup. Have a great week!
Love split pea soup, so hearty and perfect for the winter. Love your recipe. I make my soup without the bacon, this will be a good addition. Will try.
Most people people who add meat use a ham bone, but I had bacon on hand.
I love split pea soup – it looks hearty and delicious.
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I’ve actually NEVER had split pea soup. I don’t know how not! It sounds delicious. Even though this winter hasn’t been that cold, I’ve been craving soup lately and just got a new crock pot that I need to use. This recipe looks great!
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Have fun with your crock pot. I’ve even seen people make crock pot cakes – can you believe it?
This is one of my hubby’s favorites…and I make it whenever we have a ham bone. Yours looks perfectly delicious!
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I have to say I’m surprised at how many people like split pea soup. When I was growing up, only my mom and I would eat it.
Yay for split pea soup – a personal favorite of mine. I actually haven’t made any this year. I need to remedy that soon!
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