Split Pea Soup with Rosemary

Split Pea Soup with Rosemary

The rosemary adds a distinctive flavor to this wonderful soup.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 leek, thinly sliced
  • 1 large carrot, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 (10.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups green split peas
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

Directions

Step 1
Place bacon in a large pot, and cook over medium heat until crisp. Stir in onion, leek, carrot, and garlic; cook until the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Pour in chicken broth. Stir in split peas, bay leaves, and rosemary. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover, and simmer until peas are cooked, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

253
Calories
5g
Fat
36g
Carbs
17g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 253
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 6%
Saturated Fat1g 7%
Cholesterol15mg 5%
Sodium1195mg 52%
Total Carbohydrate36g 13%
Dietary Fiber13g 48%
Total Sugars7g
Protein17g
Vitamin C4mg 22%
Calcium46mg 4%
Iron3mg 15%
Potassium623mg 13%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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