Scandinavian Yellow Split Pea Soup
Yellow split peas, ham, vegetables, simmered until thick. Scandinavian comfort food that's been keeping Minnesotans warm for generations. Serve with rye bread. I love making this after Christmas. I used to get sent home with ham bones from gatherings for this very reason.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 cup yellow split peas, rinsed
- 6 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 ham bone or 1 cup diced ham
- 1/2 tsp dried marjoram
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a soup pot, sauté onion and carrots in butter until softened.
- Add split peas, broth, ham, and marjoram. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 1.5–2 hours, until peas are soft.
- Remove bone, shred meat, and return to soup. Adjust seasoning and serve.