Indulge in a deliciously hearty Slow Cooker Pea & Ham Soup, perfect for utilizing leftover ham. This easy-to-make soup boasts a rich, creamy texture with vibrant flavors, making it a comforting main course or an impressive hearty lunch.
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Ingredients
🟢 650g frozen peas
🥔 2 potatoes, skin on, chopped
🧅 1 onion, chopped
🧄 1-2 tsp minced garlic
🧂 1 tsp salt
🌶️ 1/2 tsp pepper
🌿 3 sprigs fresh thyme
🍖 200g shredded leftover ham
🍗 1.2L chicken stock
🌿 Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
1- Prepare Ingredients:
- Add the frozen peas, chopped potatoes (with skin), and chopped onion to the slow cooker.
- Mix in desired amount of garlic, a pinch of salt, pepper, and fresh thyme sprigs.
2- Add Stock:
- Pour in the chicken stock, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
3- Cook Soup:
- Set the slow cooker on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 7-8 hours.
- Allow flavors to meld together as vegetables soften.
4- Blend Soup:
- Once cooked, blend the soup smooth using an immersion blender.
5- Add Ham:
- Stir in the shredded leftover ham.
- Heat the soup for a few additional minutes until the ham is warmed through.
6- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Garnish each serving with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3-4 hours on high or 7-8 hours on low
Total Time: Approximately 3 hours, 5 minutes on high or 7 hours, 5 minutes on low
Servings:4
Calories: 305
Protein: 20g
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 9g
Equipment:
- Slow Cooker
- Immersion Blender
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Cooking Tips
- Adjust the garlic to your taste preference.
- Retaining potato skins not only adds texture but also valuable nutrients.
- Adding ham after blending maintains its distinct texture in the soup.
- Mint leaves add freshness that complements the hearty soup flavor.
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