Warm up with this hearty French-Canadian Pea Soup (Soupe Aux Pois) recipe. Made with yellow peas, water, salt pork and onion. Easy step-by-step instruct…
This French-Canadian Pea Soup (Soupe Aux Pois) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as whole dried yellow peas, water, salt pork (or a ham bone) and large onion, chopped. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 113 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026