This traditional split pea soup is perfect for farmhands, friends or family!

Split Pea Soup Mix Ingredients:

Green split peas, onions, carrots, celery, leeks, parsley and herbs. No added salt, preservatives or MSG.

Allergen Information: Gluten-Free

Recipe Additions:

6 pieces bacon (or a meaty ham bone)
8 cups of chicken broth
1/2 cup of sherry, optional

Green Split Pea Soup Recipe Directions:

• Rinse, drain and pick over peas.
• Cut bacon into 1/2 inch pieces and sauté 10 minutes in a 4 quart pot until nearly crisp.
• Drain excess fat from pot.
• Add contents of vegetable packet, peas and broth to bacon in pot.
• Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or longer, stir occasionally. Stir in sherry for last 15 minutes if desired.
• Serve at once with croutons and sherry. If made ahead of time, additional broth or water made be added to thin out soup.

Slow Cooker Recipe Directions:

Recommended slow cooker: 3-4 quart

• Rinse, drain and pick over peas.
• Cut bacon into 1/2 inch pieces and sauté about 10 minutes in small skillet until nearly crisp.
• Add contents of vegetable packet, stir and transfer to bowl of slow cooker.
• Add peas and broth, stir thoroughly. Cover and cook on LOW 8 - 10 hours.
• Serve with croutons and sherry.