Ingredients for - Loaded Bacon Split Pea Soup

1. 1 lb. bacon
2. 1 large onion, diced
3. 2 large carrots, diced
4. 3 cloves garlic, minced
5. Kosher salt
6. Freshly ground black pepper
7. 4 c. Swanson Chicken Broth
8. 12 oz. split peas, rinsed
9. Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

How to cook deliciously - Loaded Bacon Split Pea Soup

1 . Stage

In a large stockpot over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool, then crumble.

2 . Stage

Add onion, carrot, and garlic to bacon fat and cook until tender and golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper.

3 . Stage

Add broth and split peas and let simmer, covered, until split peas are tender, 35 to 40 minutes.

4 . Stage

Serve garnished with parsley and bacon.