OMA'S SPLIT PEA (ERWTEN) SOUP

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The closest I've come to my mother-in-law's absolutely delicious split pea soup. I've even converted a few friends who said they didn't like pea soup. With autumn in the air, it's the perfect time to start thinking about some good and hearty pea soup. I usually double the recipe and freeze half.

Provided by MissChief

Categories     Beans

Time 3h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups dried split peas
3 quarts water
1 pig's foot, split & cracked OR
1 ham hock
1 cup bacon, cubes
1 smoked dutch ring sausage, sliced
1 lb potato, peeled, sliced thin
2 tablespoons salt
1 bunch celery, with leaves
2 medium sized leeks, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, coarsely grated
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • If tenderized peas are used, simply cover them with the water and boil according to the package directions. (If not, wash peas, soak for 12 hours or overnight in the water, and boil for 1 hour in the water in which they were soaked.)
  • Add ham hock and all remaining ingredients except the sausage and parsley.
  • Cook for two hours over medium heat or until meat is tender. Remove the ham hock, shred the meat and reserve.
  • Continue cooking until soup is smooth and thick. Remove bay leaf. Add shredded meat and sausage. Simmer for 5-10 minutes longer.
  • Serve hot with parsley sprinkled over.

Farhan Ontor
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This is my go-to soup recipe for a quick and easy meal. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


SOLOMONEY Isang
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Jayden Steyn
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


christy raphel
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Md Mosahid
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I'm always looking for new and easy soup recipes. This one is definitely a keeper.


Ifeoluwa Oyetade
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Ed Regis
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the ham and the peas.


berket fantu
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I've never made split pea soup before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfectly and my family loved it!


Fatima Ameer
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's creamy, flavorful, and very satisfying.


Bayanda Ngcobo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Manoj Ghale
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I didn't have any ham on hand, so I used bacon instead. It turned out great!


Np Rara
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I wasn't sure about the combination of ham and split peas, but it actually worked really well. The soup was flavorful and satisfying.


Asadujjaman arif
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The soup was a bit too thick for my taste, so I added some extra water. Other than that, it was very good.


Ibrahim Junaidu
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my guests. It's a great soup to serve at a party or potluck.


Ali raj Alam
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


moolo nivea
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a hearty and filling meal that's perfect for a cold winter day.


Ghazal Ghazal
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I was pleasantly surprised with how delicious this soup turned out. I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. My family loved it!


Liberty Miller
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This split pea soup is amazing, flavorful, and easy to prepare!