Aussie Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Aussie Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb yellow split peas; 1 large onion; 1 small carrot; 4 stalks celery; 3 -4 slices smoked bacon or 3 -4 ham bones; 4 pints water; oil (for frying); 1 tablespoon flour; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon dried mint; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Soak your peas overnight.
2
Prepare your vegetables,cut them up finely.
3
Warm an appropriate size stockpot.add two tablespoons vegetable oil.
4
Add the strained peas and vegetables and fry for 5 minutes.
5
Add the bones and water,bring to boil,cover tightly.
6
Reduce heat and simmer for three hours until peas are very tender.
7
Remove the bones and pass the whole soup through a blender.
8
Return to the pot,add sugar, mint, salt and pepper to taste.
9
Mix the flour in a little cold water to thicken.
10
Serve with a crusty french stick or similar.
11
Note~If there is meat on the bones,it can be picked off and added to the soup AFTER blending.

502

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb yellow split peas, 1 large onion, 1 small carrot, 4 stalks celery, and more.

Yes, Aussie Pea Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aussie Pea Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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