Food & Cooking Recipes Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes Split Pea and Potato Soup 3.5 (50) 7 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 17, 2019 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: Makes 3 3/4 Quarts Tender chunks of potato make thick pea soup even heartier. This make-ahead meal is guaranteed to warm kids up on cold winter days either for lunch or dinner. Ingredients 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 medium carrots (1 pound), cut into ½-inch rounds 2 stalks celery, cut crosswise into ¼-inch pieces 1 pound green split peas, rinsed and picked through 2 quarts chicken stock 1 bay leaf Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces Directions Melt butter in a 6-quart pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in split peas, chicken stock, and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Add potatoes, and simmer until they are tender, about 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Cook's Notes If not serving soup immediately, let it cool completely, and then store it in airtight containers. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to five days and in the freezer for up to one month. Cook's Notes It will keep in the refrigerator for up to five days. Cook's Notes It will keep in the freezer for up to one month. Rate it Print