Note: When preparing dried peas, you may need to add more water as it cooks. Keep the lid on as it simmers to keep the water from evaporating and the soup will cook more quickly. If you like a ...

No one’s saying you have to go meatless just because it’s Monday — but as incentive to join the growing movement, every week we’re offering an animal-free recipe. Split peas are a kind of superfood, ...

Whether you use bacon, a ham hock or paprika, this recipe for a classic split pea soup is satisfyingly smoky. That smokiness infuses the split peas, which are added in two batches. The first portion ...

This thick, comforting soup is vegan on its own — but chef Steven Satterfield likes to garnish it with crispy bacon. "I haven't met a bean or pea that I didn't love," says chef and cookbook author ...

"Our split pea soup is a hearty take on a fall favorite," says the company’s vice president, Jesse Denes. "A little meat goes a long way with this recipe, with the finished product being a mellow soup ...

Several readers responded to a request for split-pea soup, offering both traditional ham-hock recipes and contemporary recipes. Lulu Reel of Marion sent in a traditional version, using a ham hock. Her ...

If using bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, 12 to 13 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with a paper towel, leaving behind the rendered fat for ...