Hernekeitto

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   This Finnish pea soup can be made well in advance.

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   You can double or triple the recipe and freeze it in useful quantities.

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   Malla Karhusaari also suggests reducing the cooking time by using a pressure cooker or microwave to prepare it.

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   Rinse peas and soak in cold water in large port for 8 hours or overnight.

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   Bring peas and soaking water to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for one hour or until peas begin to soften.

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   Add pork and continue to simmer for two to three hours, until peas and meat ar thoroughly cooked.

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   When meat is tender, remove it from pot, discard skin and bone, cut meat in cubes and return to soup.

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   You may need to add more water to pot for desired consistency.

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   Season with marjoram, mustard, salt and pepper.

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    Heat to blend flavors and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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