Andersens Split Pea Soup Crock Pot Version Copycat Recipes

ANDERSEN'S SPLIT PEA SOUP (COPYCAT)

Steps:

• Add above ingredients in large pot.
• Boil hard for 20 minutes then simmer until peas are tender, about another 25-20 minute.
• Take ham hocks out and set aside to cool.
• Strain soup through fine sieve.
• Take meat off ham hocks and add back to soup. Reheat and enjoy.
• Makes 8 bowls of yummy soup.

SPLIT PEA SOUP--ANDERSEN'S ORIGINAL RECIPE

Steps:

• 1. I usually use a 28-ounce package of peas and double the rest of the ingredients. A single recipe isn't quite enough for a family of two adults and two children, or to have enough for a second meal for two adults.
• 2. Combine all ingredients in a large pot and boil hard for 20 minutes, then slowly until peas are tender. (The 50-minute cooking time is approximate. After the 20 minutes of "hard boil," I reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the peas mash easily.)
• 3. Strain through a fine sieve. (I use my food processor. Don't forget to remove the bay leaf!)
• 4. Reheat to the boiling point.
• 5. I ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle it with a bit of paprika or Parmesan and a few croutons. I never add ham or anything to this recipe because I love Andersen's flavor. I sometimes make a different split pea soup with ham that I don't puree--I leave it kind of chunky with the peas adding texture. It just depends upon what I'm in the mood for. :)

SLOW COOKER ANDERSON'S SPLIT PEA SOUP RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steps:

• Combine water, peas, celery, carrot, onion, thyme, red pepper, and bay leaf in a slow cooker. (I sauteed onion, carrot, and celery first to add a depth of flavor) Season to taste with salt and pepper, garlic, and cayenne. Cook on low for 6 hours.