Instant Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup Recipe

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb split peas rinsed and drained
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 carrots chopped
• 2 celery stalks chopped
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste

• Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add a bit of oil. Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
• Add the diced ham and cook for a few more minutes.
• Add the split peas, carrots, celery, chicken broth, water, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
• Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 15 minutes.
• Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
• Open the lid and stir the soup. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.