Simple Split Pea Soup — Cozy Comfort Food Recipe

Simple Split Pea Soup

A cozy, comforting classic to warm you up

When you're craving a comforting, hearty soup that's simple to make, this Simple Split Pea Soup is a great place to start. Made with wholesome green split peas and a mix of everyday vegetables, it's filling, nourishing, and perfect for cold evenings. An immersion blender gives it a creamy, smooth texture right in the pot.

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried green split peas
• Water, as needed (for soaking)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prep the split peas: Rinse the dried green split peas thoroughly, then soak overnight in enough water to cover by at least an inch. Once soaked, drain well.
2. Combine in the slow cooker: Add the soaked split peas to a 4-quart slow cooker along with the vegetable broth, diced potatoes, carrots, celery, garlic, cumin, thyme, bay leaf, and salt. Stir together.
3. Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the split peas break down and the vegetables are tender.
4. Blend until smooth: Let cool slightly and remove the bay leaf. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender directly in the pot, or in batches in a blender.
5. Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil.

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