Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound dried split peas rinsed
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Optional: 1 cup diced ham from ham bone or added separately
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the rinsed split peas, bay leaf, thyme, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If using, add the diced ham and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
