Ham & Split Pea Soup

Ingredients

½ cup green onions, chopped

1 cup carrots, chopped

1 cup celery, chopped

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 ½ cup dried split peas

1 ¼ cup pre-cooked ham, cubed  

1 tablespoon fresh thyme

1 tablespoon olive oil

6-8 cups chicken stock

Salt & pepper to taste

Method

1. Using a dutch oven, on medium heat, sauté the onions, garlic, carrots & celery for 10 minutes (or until translucent)

2. Add the split peas, cooked ham and fresh thyme stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock and scrape up the bits on the bottom of the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Bring to a boil then let simmer on low heat for 1 hour.

4. Serve hot!

Calories Per Dough Ball - Makes 6

Cals -217

Fat - 7.5g

Carbs -21.3g

Protein - 15.7g

Recipe Notes

• if you can’t find coked ham, buy a mini ham like I did and cook it in the oven according to labeled directions. it’s a great option to use the leftover meat for sandwhiches!!

• store in freezer bags for easy meals on busy days