Split Pea Soup

Lots of people love split pea soup but have a notion that it's difficult to create. The creamy texture of this soup is sure to satisfy your yearning for “creamy stuff,” and it's totally lactose free!

  • Sort and wash dried peas. Place peas in a large heavy saucepan.

  • Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 1 hour.

  • Process half the mixture at a time in a blender until smooth. Serve hot.

Serves 4; Serving size 1¼ cup

Calories: 240.86

Fat: 2.19 grams

Saturated Fat: 0.58 grams

Carbohydrates: 39.19 grams

Calcium: 44.29 mg

Lactose: 0.0 grams

½ pound dried split peas

4 cups water

¾ cup chopped onion

½ cup chopped carrots

½ cup chopped lean ham

½ teaspoon ground celery seeds

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

¼ teaspoon dried whole marjoram, crushed

⅛ teaspoon dried whole thyme

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