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Instant Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup
Instant Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup
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Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
75 minutes
Instant Pot split pea soup with diced ham or meaty ham hock. Classic and satisfying!
Ingredients:
  • 1.5 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 large stalk celery, diced
  • 0.5 large onion, diced
  • 0.5 pound diced cooked ham
  • 1 potato, peeled and diced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth, divided
  • 0.5 pound dried split peas
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 0.25 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste
Instructions:
  • Preheat Instant Pot on Saute function. Melt butter with olive oil. Saute carrots, celery, and onion until onion is almost translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in ham and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add the potato and stir consistently for 2 minutes to avoid any sticking. Season with salt and pepper, then mix in 3 cups of chicken broth, split peas, and bay leaves. Turn off the Saute function.
  • Secure the lid by locking it and sealing the valve. Choose high pressure as per the manufacturer's guidelines, then set the timer for 15 minutes. Let the pressure build for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Following the manufacturer's instructions, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 to 12 minutes. Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method for 2 to 3 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Remove the lid, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, switch to Saute function and pour in the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth. Stir until warmed and reaches your preferred consistency, approximately 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve promptly with a sprinkle of Cheddar cheese on top.

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