A delicious side recipe from Canadian cuisine. Put the gammon in a very large pan with 2 litres water and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat and drain off the water – this…

How to easily make Split Pea Soup?
Preparing this delicious recipe will only take you 30 minutes. It is a perfect and healthy option to enjoy with your family or friends. Below you will find the ingredients and the detailed step-by-step instructions.
Split Pea Soup
Ingredientes
- 1kg Ham
- 200g (soaked overnight) Peas
- 2 chopped Onions
- 2 chopped Carrots
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 chopped Celery
- 300g Frozen Peas
- to serve Bread
Instrucciones
- Put the gammon in a very large pan with 2 litres water and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat and drain off the water – this helps to get rid of some of the saltiness. Recover with 2 litres cold water and bring to the boil again. Put everything but the frozen peas into the pan and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 1½-2½ hrs, topping up the water as and when you need to, to a similar level it started at. As the ham cooks and softens, you can halve it if you want, so it is all submerged under the liquid. When the ham is tender enough to pull into shreds, it is ready.
- Lift out the ham, peel off and discard the skin. While it is still hot (wear a clean pair of rubber gloves), shred the meat. Remove bay from the soup and stir in the frozen peas. Simmer for 1 min, then blend until smooth. Add a splash of water if too thick, and return to the pan to heat through if it has cooled, or if you are making ahead.
- When you are ready to serve, mix the hot soup with most of the ham – gently reheat if made ahead. Serve in bowls with the remaining ham scattered on top, and eat with crusty bread and butter.
Additional tips for your Split Pea Soup
Feel free to experiment with different spices or side dishes to give your personal touch to this recipe. If you liked it, don’t forget to share it and leave us a comment telling us how it turned out!

