Split Pea Soup with Ham and Winter Squash

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A smoked ham hock adds a rich flavor to this split pea and vegetable soup.

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Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 smoked ham hock

  • 11 cups water

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • ½ teaspoon dried sage

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 (14 ounce) bag dried green or yellow split peas

  • 1 medium butternut squash, seeded and cubed

  • 1 cup white potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 3 large carrots, chopped

  • 3 stalks celery, chopped

  • 2 large onions, chopped

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. In a large saucepot or Dutch oven, combine the ham hock, water, garlic, thyme, sage, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, turning the ham hock once, for 1 hour. Cool. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  2. After the broth has chilled, skim and discard the fat from the surface. Remove the ham hock and cut the meat off the bone; set aside. Discard the bone and any fat.

  3. Add the split peas to the broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour, or until the peas are soft and tender.

  4. Add the squash, potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, salt, and ham. Return to a boil. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

348 Calories
6g Fat
58g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 348
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 286mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 58g 21%
Dietary Fiber 18g 65%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 42mg 46%
Calcium 144mg 11%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 1361mg 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.