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Split Pea Soup (Bag + Carton, Instant Pot)

Serves 8–10Made 0 times

Instant PotOne PotSoupSelf-Contained

Bag of split peas + carton of broth = a thick soup that only needs a quick stir at the end.

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Ingredients (8–10 servings)

1 bag split peas (16 oz), rinsed
1 carton chicken or vegetable broth (32 oz; use the whole carton)
2 cups water
1 smoked ham hock or 1 package smoked sausage (use it all)
Optional: salt and pepper (often needed at the end)

Settings

Pressure: High Pressure
Time: 20 minutes
Release: Natural Release 15 minutes, then quick release

Instructions

Add liquids + peas. Pour broth and water into the inner pot, then add rinsed split peas.
Add smoky meat. Place the ham hock (or sausage) on top.
Pressure cook. Seal and cook on High Pressure for 20 minutes.
Release. Natural release 15 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
Finish. Remove ham hock, shred meat, and return meat to the soup. Stir well.
Season. Taste and season; thin with a splash of water if needed.