Let’s talk about split pea soup. It’s the official soup of contentment. Without a ham bone, it’s just sad green goo. With a Honey Baked Ham bone? It’s transcendent.
That bone has been slow-roasted with that famous sweet glaze. That glaze is a secret blend of sugar, pineapple, and magic. When you simmer it, that magic leaches into your broth.
Your entire house will smell like Thanksgiving, but better. Neighbors will knock on your door, hungry and confused. Be prepared.
The Secret Menu of Bones
Here’s a quirky fact: Honey Baked Ham stores often have a secret menu for bones. You don’t say “ham bone.” You say, “I’d like a leftover ham shank, please.” Sounds fancier, right?
They might also have end pieces—the dry, crusty bits that didn’t make the cut. Those are pure umami. Ask for “ends and pieces” for soup gold.
And if you’re feeling bold, ask if they have smoked ham bones. Some locations source them from a different supplier. It’s like finding a rare Pokémon in a meat counter.
