Ingredients
12 servings
- •1 pound dried split peas
- •8 cups water, divided
- •4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- •½ pound cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
- •½ red onion, minced
- •1 tablespoon brown sugar
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- •salt to taste
Instructions
- Place split peas into a large container and cover with 6 cups cool water; soak 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.
- Mix chicken broth and 2 cups water together in a large pot over high heat; add ham, red onion, split peas, brown sugar, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Bring broth mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until peas are softened, about 2 hours.
Nutritional Facts
Per 12 servings
- Calories: 189
- Carbohydrate: 25g
- Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Sugar: 5g