Kosher Friendly Corned Beef Split Green Pea Soup

corned beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: canned corned beef

Turkey reduces fat while canned options are budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoned water is cost-effective.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until onions are translucent.

Season with salt and pepper while sautéing.

Add rinsed split peas, bay leaf, and corned beef stock.

Add 2 cups of water to reach a total of 8 cups of liquid.

Add a few drops of liquid smoke (optional).

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Skim off impurities and fats periodically while simmering.

After 30 minutes, add diced potatoes and bring back to a boil.

Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, then taste for salt and pepper.

Serve with croutons on top.

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