Andrea'S Split Pea Soup

13 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 (1 lb.) pkg. dried split green peas
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 2 tsp. garlic salt
  • 2 bay leaves (whole)
  • 1 lb. smoked sausage
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced (optional)
  • 2/4 lb. ham hocks
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 sprigs parsley, diced
  • 2 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1 (10 oz.) pkg. baby green peas (frozen)

Directions

  1. 1
    Wash and drain split peas.
  2. 2
    Combine peas, ham hocks, fresh vegetables and seasonings in a Dutch oven.
  3. 3
    Cover with about 2 1/2 quarts water; bring to a boil.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat; simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  5. 5
    Remove ham hocks; take meat off of bones.
  6. 6
    Dice ham and add to peas.
  7. 7
    Slice sausage, adding to soup.
  8. 8
    Add frozen peas; simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes.
  9. 9
    Serve with crusty, warm French bread.
  10. 10
    Serves 10.

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