Split Pea Soup with Ham [0001098]

Ingredients:

1 pound dried split peas, rinsed and drained
8 cups gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth
1 ham hock or 1 cup diced cooked ham (make sure it's gluten-free)
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large pot, combine the dried split peas, gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth, ham hock or diced ham, chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, minced garlic, and bay leaf.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours. Stir occasionally and skim off any foam that forms on the surface.

After simmering, remove the ham hock (if using) and bay leaf from the pot. If you used a ham hock, shred the meat from the bone and return it to the soup.

Continue to simmer the soup uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened to your liking.

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.

Ladle the gluten-free Split Pea Soup with Ham into bowls and serve hot.

This hearty and comforting gluten-free soup is a great way to enjoy the flavors of split peas and ham. Remember to check the labels of ham products to ensure they are gluten-free if you have gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. Enjoy your meal!