Goya Split Pea Soup Recipe On Back Of Bag

Ingredients

• 1 cup Goya split peas, rinsed and sorted
• 6 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth for added depth
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 ham hock or 4 oz diced ham (optional for smoky flavor)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme sprigs (optional add-ins)
• 1 potato, peeled and diced for extra thickness (optional add-ins)
• Red pepper flakes for a subtle kick (optional add-ins)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional add-ins)
• A splash of apple cider vinegar to brighten the flavors before serving (optional add-ins)