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Pantry Green Pea Soup Recipe

4.7 from 72 reviews

This Pantry Green Pea Soup is a comforting, easy-to-make recipe that utilizes pantry staples like canned or frozen peas and canned ham. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, thyme, and pepper, it delivers a smooth, flavorful soup that can be adjusted to your preferred consistency. Ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner, it blends simplicity with hearty taste in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

  • 3 (15 oz.) cans green peas, drained (or 32 oz. frozen green peas, defrosted)
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock, plus more as needed
  • 7 oz. canned ham, finely diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp dry thyme leaves
  • ¼ tsp coarse black pepper

Optional Vegetables

  • Any additional vegetables you prefer (not specified)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place the peas, chicken stock, diced ham, garlic powder, salt, thyme, and black pepper into a large saucepan or Dutch oven.
  2. Simmer: Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it just starts to simmer. Then lower the heat to keep it at a gentle simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  3. Puree the Soup: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth, or achieve your preferred texture. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender to puree.
  4. Adjust Seasoning and Consistency: Taste the soup and add more chicken stock if you want it thinner. Adjust salt and pepper to your liking before serving.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium chicken stock to control the saltiness of the soup.
  • Frozen peas can be used as a fresh alternative; make sure to defrost before cooking.
  • You may add optional vegetables such as carrots or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • The soup can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock and ham with vegetable broth and omit ham.

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