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Split Pea Soup with Ham
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5 from 3 votes

Instant Pot Split Pea Soup with Ham

If you're looking for a quick and delicious way to use up that leftover Christmas ham, look no further. Split Pea Soup with Ham cooked in an Instant Pot is a snap to make, and awesome to serve. In addition, the leftovers are just as good the next day or frozen for any-time lunch or dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Time to depressurize20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 460kcal
Author: Chula King

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (16 ounces) green split peas, picked over and rinsed well
  • 1 pound (16 ounces) ham, chopped (about 2½ cups)
  • 1 large onion chopped about 2 cups
  • 3 ribs of celery chopped ¾ cup
  • 2 carrots peeled and chopped ¾ cup
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 8 cups water

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to Instant Pot or pressure cooker; stir well.
  • Lock the lid of the Instant Pot or pressure cooker in place. Ensure that the valve is closed.
  • Set Instant Pot on high pressure for 20 minutes.
  • Allow the pressure to release naturally. Remove the lid; stir well, taking care the blend in the peas and other ingredients that have sunk to the bottom of the pan. Correct the seasonings.
  • Yield: 6 servings.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 1343mg | Potassium: 1101mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3600IU | Vitamin C: 4.5mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 4.4mg
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