Split Pea Soup Mix

Holiday Gifts from the kitchen: Here is one that I make almost every year. Split Pea Soup Mix. Now don't be too impressed and think that I have already started my Holiday preparations, I must be honest here and say that this is one leftover from last year! Just keeping it real here folks! But this is the recipe and it makes a nice gift for friends and neighbors during their busy holiday season.


 
Split Pea Soup Mix


1 lb. dried split green peas


Seasoning Pack:


2 envelopes Goya ham flavored concentrate
1/4 c. dried minced onion
2 T. chicken bouillon granules
1T. dried minced garlic
1 T. sugar
1 t. dried thyme leaves
1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper1/4 t. crushed red pepper flakes


Place dried peas in a cellophane bag and secure. Combine ingredients for seasoning packet and blend well. Package in a separate container and secure. Tie both bags together and give as a gift with the following instructions:


To Prepare Soup: Place dried peas in a colander and sort through. Rinse and drain. Place in a large pot. Add 8 cups of water and the seasoning packet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer on low for at least 1 hour. Great to use with leftover ham diced and thrown in. Serves 4-6