Norwegian Yellow Pea Soup |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I have a Norwegian born DBIL. He really enjoys food but especially those native to his family history. I am posting recipes which are very similar to those that my sister cooks for him. I am especially choosing to post those dishes which I have personally enjoyed eating in their home. Preparation time does not include the overnight soak of the yellow peas. Ingredients:
1 lb yellow peas |
1 ham bone, with some meat left on it |
1 cup onion, chopped |
3 carrots, chopped |
2 medium potatoes, chopped |
1 tablespoon green onion, chopped |
1 tablespoon minced garlic |
2 bay leaves |
1 teaspoon black pepper |
1 teaspoon salt |
Directions:
1. First, soak 1-pound whole or split peas in cold water overnight.
2. The peas will swell so make sure to more than cover them with water.
3. Rinse, drain, and pick over the peas before adding to soup pot along with ham bone with enough water to more than cover them.
4. Add the remaining ingredients.
5. Simmer covered for about 45 minutes on low to medium heat.
6. Check soup about every 15 minutes to make certain that it has enough water and also to stir to prevent burning.
7. Remove ham bone from pot.
8. Cut off the bone whatever meat still clings to it and add those pieces to the soup.
9. Serve.
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