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Creamy split pea soup
Ingredients
- a few ham slices, chopped coarsely
- about 2-3 tbsps. olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups dried split peas, rinsed well
- 3 cups water (add more if necessary)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 1 potato, diced (optional)
- a few green beans, diced (optional)
- salt & pepper to taste
- half & half or whole milk
Instructions
Pan-fry the ham in a small amount of olive oil for a few minutes or
until slightly browned. In the same pan, cook the onions. Add the
rinsed split peas, water and chicken broth. Simmer until the peas are
half cooked. Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer until peas are
tender. Stir in a little half and half. Serve with warm cornbread.