Soupe aux Pois (Pea Soup) (Mario Batali) |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Ingredients:
6 ounces salt pork, cut into medium dice |
1 cup chopped onions |
1/2 cup chopped carrots |
1/2 cup chopped celery |
freshly ground black pepper |
1 bay leaf |
1 pound dried yellow split peas |
10 cups water |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, over medium heat, render the salt pork. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the onions, carrots, and celery. Season with black pepper. Saute for 4 minutes. Stir in the bay leaf and peas. Add the water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium low and cook until the peas are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Reseason if necessary. **The soup can either be pureed until smooth or served as is with crusty bread. Ladle the soup into individual serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
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