It’s that time of the year when the temperatures dip and you want to pull out that lovely crock pot to warm your soul with a comforting meal. This is my all time favorite soup since I was a kid. This classic Split Pea soup with a  modern twist of flavor slow cooker style. Sometimes your days are so productive that you don’t have the time to slave over a hot stove. With a crock pot it does all the hard work for you in creating a delicious meal. Just set it and forget it. I just used simple and real food ingredients to create this yummy dish. I hope you find that this recipe complements your arsenal of simple, tasty and nutritious meals that will please the whole family.

 

 

 

SERVES: 8

INGREDIENTS:

1 package green split pea

2 tbsp olive oil

2 cups ham, salted pork & cooked

1 shallot, minced

1 red onion, diced

1 cup carrots, organic & diced

1/2 tsp oregano, dried

1/2 tsp thyme, dried

1/2 tsp ginger, powdered

1 vegetable broth, low sodium and organic

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, with olive oil cook the onions, shallots and carrots until soft and tender; about 4-5 minutes or so. Remove pan from the stove. Then place the veggie mixture into the crock pot.

With the same pan, add in the cubed ham with a little of olive oil. Let cook until browned and almost crisp. Add the cooked ham into the pot as well. Add the rest of the seasoning along with the broth of choice.

Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours until peas are tender. Stir well and season to taste if needed. Serve with decorative bowls and enjoy.

 

 

NUTRITIONAL VALUE:  calories 272; total fat 7.2g; cholesterol 19mg; sodium 600mg; potassium 684mg; total carbohydrates 34.2g; dietary fiber 13.8; sugars 5g; protein 18.8g; vitamin A 48%; calcium 5%; vitamin C 7% and Iron 16%. This meal is very high in dietary fiber, high in manganese, thiamin and vitamin A.

 

 

 

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