Split Pea Soup with Ham

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried split peas
• 8 cups water, divided
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 pound cooked ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 red onion, minced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Salt to taste

Directions

Place split peas into a large container and cover with 6 cups cool water; soak 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.

Mix chicken broth and 2 cups water together in a large pot over high heat; add ham, red onion, split peas, brown sugar, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Bring broth mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until peas are softened, about 2 hours.