French Canadian Soupe Aux Quatorze Affaires (Pea So

Name: French Canadian Soupe Aux Quatorze Affaires (Pea Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. salt pork, lean and fat; 1 tbsp. dry mustard; 1 lb. dried peas; 8 cups cold water; 1 lg. onion, sliced thin; 1/2 tsp. savory*; 1/4 tsp. wild; dried mint*; 1/8 tsp. thyme*; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced*; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 can hominy corn; 1 cup dried bread chips; 1 tbsp. coarse salt*; 1 tbsp. butter

Servings: persons

1 lb. salt pork, lean and fat
1 tbsp. dry mustard
1 lb. dried peas
8 cups cold water
1 lg. onion, sliced thin
1/2 tsp. savory*
1/4 tsp. wild
dried mint*
1/8 tsp. thyme*
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced*
1 clove garlic, minced
1 can hominy corn
1 cup dried bread chips
1 tbsp. coarse salt*
1 tbsp. butter

1
Rub the salt pork with the dry mustard.
2
cover and refrigerate for 12 hours.
3
Meanwhile sort, wash, then soak the peas in the cold water for 12 hours.
4
Place in a soup kettle--the peas and their water, the pork, onion, savory, mint, thyme, parsley and garlic.
5
Bring to a boil, cover and simmer from 3 to 4 hours, or until the peas are tender and the soup appears to be creamy.
6
Add the hominy and simmer for 15 minutes.
7
Add the bread chips, salt and the butter.
8
Taste for seasoning and serve.
9
*These five ingredients may be replaced with 1/4 cup salted herbs.
10
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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. salt pork, lean and fat, 1 tbsp. dry mustard, 1 lb. dried peas, 8 cups cold water, and more.

Yes, French Canadian Soupe Aux Quatorze Affaires (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.

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French Canadian Soupe Aux Quatorze Affaires (Pea Soup)

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Variations & substitutions

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