German Pea Soup Recipe

Name: German Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried split green peas; 1 large meaty ham hock; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 1 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon sage; 4 cups condensed beef broth; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb dried split green peas
1 large meaty ham hock
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 medium carrots, sliced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1/4 teaspoon sage
4 cups condensed beef broth
salt and pepper

1
Wash split peas in water.
2
Soak overnight in water to cover.
3
Drain the next morning.
4
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven.
5
Saute onion and celery until soft.
6
Add chopped garlic, thyme, marjoram, and sage.
7
Stir and cook for another minute.
8
Add ham hock, beef broth, split peas, and carrots.
9
Cover pot and bring to a boil.
10
Adjust heat until you can maintain a slow simmer.
11
After the soup is the consistency you like (I like my peas completely dissolved), remove ham hock.
12
Allow to cool somewhat.
13
Discard fat and bones.
14
Slice meat and return to pot.
15
Season to taste.

220

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dried split green peas, 1 large meaty ham hock, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, German 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.

German Pea Soup

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