Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 6 slices streaky bacon, chopped (reserve 1 tablespoon of cooked bacon for garnish)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 pound dried split peas, rinsed through and drained
- 6-8 cups ham stock (or chicken stock)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 3 croutons (to garnish)
How to Make
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Step 1: Melt the 1 tablespoon of butter in a large saucepan or stockpot. Add the bacon, onion, carrots and celery and cook for 5-10mins or until the veggies begin to soften and the bacon is crispy.
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Step 2: Add the split peas and stock to the saucepan bringing to a boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour or until the split peas are soft and cooked through.
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Step 3: Allow the soup to cool then place in a blender or food processor, pulse a few times or more depending on how smooth or chunky you want it. (If you have a hand held blender wand then do it right in the pot being careful not to over process).
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Step 4: Return the soup to the pot. Season with salt and pepper and gently reheat being careful not to allow the soup to boil.
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Step 5: Garnish with the croutons and the reserved tablespoon of cooked chopped bacon. Serve immediately.
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