Split Pea and Sweet Potato Delight
This split pea and sweet potato soup is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a cold winter night. The sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness to the soup, while the split peas provide a hearty and filling base. The soup is also packed with vegetables, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Split pea soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for centuries. The earliest known recipes for split pea soup date back to the Middle Ages, and the dish has been a staple in many cultures around the world ever since. In the United States, split pea soup is often associated with New England, where it is a popular dish during the cold winter months. This recipe for split pea and sweet potato soup is a twist on the classic dish. The addition of sweet potatoes adds a touch of sweetness to the soup, while the split peas provide a hearty and filling base. The soup is also packed with vegetables, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal. I first developed this recipe a few years ago when I was looking for a healthy and easy-to-make soup to serve to my family. I had some split peas and sweet potatoes on hand, and I decided to experiment with them. The result was this delicious and hearty soup that my family loves. I've since made this soup many times, and I've always been happy with the results. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's a perfect meal for a cold winter night.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried split peas
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the split peas in a fine-mesh sieve.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in a little bit of oil until softened.
  3. Add the split peas, sweet potato, vegetable broth, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the split peas are tender.
  4. Puree the soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth.
  5. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
  6. Serve warm with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Why It Works
  • The combination of split peas and sweet potatoes creates a hearty and flavorful soup.
  • The vegetables in the soup provide a variety of nutrients.
  • The soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.