Savory Yellow Split Pea & Turkey Soup

By franker32

Numerous varieties of cooked smoked turkey are available in supermarket delis. You may also want to check the selection of turkey sausage at the meat counter.

Ingredients

• 2 cups dry yellow split peas (1 pound)
• 2 cups chopped cooked smoked turkey or slice cooked turkey sausage
• 1 1/2 cups corsley shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped chives
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
• 1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup snipped dried tomatoes (not oil-packed)

Preparation

Step 1

1) Rinse split peas; drain.

2) In a 3 1/2 to 4 qt. slow cooker combine the split peas, turkey or turkey sausage, carrots, chives, garlic, dried basil, and oregano (if using). Pour chicken broth and water over all.

3) Cover; cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high-hear setting for 3 to 4 hours. Stir in dried tomatoes; cover and let stand for 10 minutes. If using, stir in fresh basil and oregano.