Split Pea and Ham Soup
This quick and easy Split Pea and Ham Soup recipe is my favourite way to use up leftover ham. Made hearty with potatoes, carrots and celery.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried split peas
- 7 cups water
- 1 teaspoon canola oil
- 2 cups fully cooked ham, cubed
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup potato, peeled and diced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring the split peas, water and oil to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 1 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the remaining ingredients, cover and simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
