BUILD A HEALTHY MEAL: Split Pea Soup

smoked ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Turkey ham reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more economical for sautéing.

Rinse the split peas in a strainer to wash off dust and dirt and remove any stones or debris.

Heat some oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Add onions, carrots, celery, ham cut into 1/2 inch cubes, and garlic powder to the pot.

Cook the vegetables until they start to soften and the onions turn golden brown, about 5 to 8 minutes.

Add a little salt, pepper, no salt Creole seasoning, parsley, and thyme; stir for about another minute.

Add the split peas, chicken broth, and a couple of bay leaves to the pot; stir everything together and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low and simmer with the lid on for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

After 15 minutes, take the lid off and continue to cook until the peas are soft and the soup reaches your desired consistency.

Let the soup rest for about 5 to 10 minutes with the heat off.

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