Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners

Easy Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creamy texture and rich flavor. The cozy aroma will fill your home and warm your soul. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Ginger Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe and Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells Recipe for Dinner.

What You'll Need for Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb dried split peas
• 1 lb ham or bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley
• Optional: Crusty bread
• Optional: Shredded cheese

How to Make Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners

1. Step 1: Sort and rinse split peas. In a large pot, cook diced ham or bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Step 3: Add split peas, thyme, cumin, salt, pepper, and 8 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until peas are tender.
4. Step 4: Use an immersion blender to blend about half of the soup for a creamy texture. Stir in the reserved ham or bacon.
5. Step 5: Serve hot, topped with chopped parsley, crusty bread, and shredded cheese if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Soup can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Freezing Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat or in the microwave. Microwave: Stir occasionally while reheating.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a thicker soup, blend more of the peas or add a potato when cooking.
• Best substitution: Lentils can be used instead of split peas, but the cooking time will vary.
• Make-ahead: Soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add more water or broth and adjust seasoning if needed.

Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

35 mins

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Total

50 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb dried split peas
• 1 lb ham or bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced

Seasonings

• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings

• Chopped fresh parsley
• Crusty bread
• Shredded cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Sort and rinse split peas. In a large pot, cook diced ham or bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Step 3: Add split peas, thyme, cumin, salt, pepper, and 8 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until peas are tender.
4. Step 4: Use an immersion blender to blend about half of the soup for a creamy texture. Stir in the reserved ham or bacon.
5. Step 5: Serve hot, topped with chopped parsley, crusty bread, and shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a thicker soup, blend more of the peas or add a potato when cooking.
• Best substitution: Lentils can be used instead of split peas, but the cooking time will vary.
• Make-ahead: Soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, add more water or broth and adjust seasoning if needed.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat or in the microwave.
• Microwave reheat: Stir occasionally while reheating.
• Make ahead: Soup can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 15g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Classic Split Pea Soup for Cozy Dinners and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!