Rich in ham flavor and a balanced combination of potatoes, chives and peas, the slow cooker pea soup is a very pleasant surprise.
potato, ham and pea soup
My husband loves pea soup. I’ve made it for him several times when we were newlyweds and so far he hasn’t been impressed every time.
Finally, as an adult, I’ve found a pea soup that I love, neither love nor endure. This slow-cooker split pea soup is made with chives, ham, and potatoes.
slow cooker split pea soup
When I hit this split pea soup for a rainy day A few years ago, I decided to give split pea soup another chance.
Luckily, I already had ham bones in the freezer (leftovers from Christmas dinner), so I made split pea soup the same day with ham bones in the crockpot. At hand.
Even before I ladled the split pea soup into a bowl, I knew this recipe was a winner. was filled.
Then I took one bite and discovered how delicious the pea soup with ham and potatoes was. Chunks of tender red potatoes, onions and chives are housed in creamy split peas cooked in a flavorful garlic broth with ham.
Every spoonful of this Crockpot Split Pea Soup tastes better than the last and has become one of our favorite soups over the past decade. I never imagined I would become a fan, but I am so happy to have discovered this recipe.
The ham bones are simmered in chicken stock with a base of potatoes, onions and leeks, and simmered all day until tender, enriching the pea flavor.
Ingredients for split pea soup
- Leek
- onion
- potato
- garlic
- bay leaves
- thyme or Italian seasoning
- ham bone
- split peas
- chicken soup
- salt and pepper
Wondering what to accompany your split pea soup?
I often eat soup during the winter, but I also enjoy it during the summer. He turns up the air conditioner and pretends it hasn’t been a million degrees outside for a few hours.
Served with freshly baked baguette, this is a great meal that requires little effort. The split pea soup is also delicious with honey wheatbread slices and soft whipped butter.
Not to mention, it goes great with cornbread and fluffy biscuits. There is no wrong way to serve this soup and almost any warm bread will win.
Crockpot Split Pea Soup Recipe
Slow cooker and soup recipes are a perfect match. Making split pea soup in a crockpot is advantageous in several different ways.
First, the longer cooking time allows the flavors to meld, mix and marry to create a finished soup with multiple dimensions of flavor. is famous for When you make soup in the slow cooker, you get the depth of flavor “next day” from the moment you first taste it.
Another great advantage of this recipe is that you can literally set it and forget it. All you have to do is layer the ingredients in the slow cooker, pour the broth over everything, and let it simmer for a few hours.
When the potatoes are cooked and the peas are tender, remove the ham bones from the slow cooker and stir the broth well.
I usually switch from high to low heat after about 4 hours and let the soup simmer over low heat for a few more hours.
Can you freeze split pea soup?
Ham and pea soup with potatoes makes a satisfying and easy weekday meal. It impressed my husband, who loves all kinds of pea soup, and my kids, who are not normally into pea soup.
This soup is delicious even the next day. Wrap and store in the refrigerator, then reheat in the microwave or oven.
Split pea soup also freezes well. Store in the freezer in an airtight container or heavy gallon-sized zipper bag. Thaw the soup in the refrigerator or at room temperature and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
Slow cookers and crockpots are appliances I own more than once. If you’re an avid slow cooker user like me, you might understand the need for multiple cookware. Now let’s talk about my favourites.
first this 6-quart slow cooker with lockable lidThese crockpots are great for carrying food. I’ve gone everywhere from church potluck parties to barbecues to game nights to Thanksgiving dinners. But as a warning, these slow cookers get very hot. Low is closer to simmering than simmering, and a warm setting actually simmers. Trust me when I say HIGH is HIGH.
This is my daily slow cooker 8 quart crockpotIt’s my go-to appliance for cooking big roasts and large amounts of chili. is it?
If you’re just cooking and shredding a few pounds of chicken into enchiladas or other smaller recipes, this 3 quart version is perfect.
Thanksgiving is easier now that I’ve mastered all the ways to hold side dishes with this medium round slow cooker.
If you don’t like the idea of having multiple slow cookers at home, clock pocket It’s a game changer when it comes to preparing and holding multiple dishes at the same time. They slide into a standard 6-quart crockpot and split into two sections, perfect for serving a variety of side dishes or keeping taco fillings warm for parties.
Interested in more crockpot soup recipes like this one? These fall slow cooker soups are a great starting point to put your cooking pot to good use.
Since I wrote that post, I’ve found and created some of my new favorite slow-cooker meals. and try later.
Another of my favorite recipes using ham bones is this creamy pinto, ham, and sweet potato soup. Homey and comforting, it’s sure to become a family favorite, like this split pea soup.
{First published 8/3/11 – recipe notes and photos updated 1/12/23}
