Split Pea Soup Recipe

ham bone

🥗Healthier: turkey bone

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bone offers a leaner option while smoked sausage provides a similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier but canola oil is more budget-friendly.

In a large pot, cook the sliced smoked bacon until crispy.

Add the small diced onions, carrot, and celery to the pot; sauté until softened.

Stir in the fine chopped garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add the split yellow peas, chicken stock, water, bay leaves, and lemon juice to the pot.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the peas are tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.

Serve hot, garnished with lemon wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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