Split Pea Soup

Name: Split Pea Soup
Ingredients: 2 c. dried split peas; 2 qt. water or chicken stock; 1 carrot, cut in 1/4-inch rounds; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced; 1 ham bone or 2 cut frankfurters; 1 Tbsp. caraway seed (optional); 1 Tbsp. salt and pepper; 6 Tbsp. croutons (for garnish)

9 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

2 c. dried split peas
2 qt. water or chicken stock
1 carrot, cut in 1/4-inch rounds
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 ham bone or 2 cut frankfurters
1 Tbsp. caraway seed (optional)
1 Tbsp. salt and pepper
6 Tbsp. croutons (for garnish)

Directions

1

Place peas in a strainer and hold under running water to clean them.
2

Transfer to a bowl and cover with cold water.
3

Let soak overnight.
4

Drain and place in a 3-quart pot together with all other ingredients, except croutons.
5

Bring to boil and let simmer on low heat for 3 to 4 hours.
6

Stir frequently and make sure peas don't stick to the bottom of pot.
7

Add more liquid, if soup gets too thick.
8

When finished, it should be consistency of heavy cream.
9

Serve hot.
10

Add crisp croutons just before serving. Serves 4 to 6.