New Amsterdam Pea Soup Recipe

Name: New Amsterdam Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound split peas, washed; 3 quarts water; 2 large ham hocks; 1/4 pound smoked bacon, diced; 3 leeks, washed and chopped; 1 large onion, coarsely chopped; 1 medium-size carrot, peeled and cut into large chunks; 1 medium-size celery root, peeled and cut in half; 2 cloves; 1 bay leaf; 6 peppercorns; ⅛ teaspoon ground mace; 1 rib celery with leaves, diced; 1 pound kielbasa or other smoked cooked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch rounds; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 cup chopped parsley

Servings: persons

1 pound split peas, washed
3 quarts water
2 large ham hocks
1/4 pound smoked bacon, diced
3 leeks, washed and chopped
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 medium-size carrot, peeled and cut into large chunks
1 medium-size celery root, peeled and cut in half
2 cloves
1 bay leaf
6 peppercorns
⅛ teaspoon ground mace
1 rib celery with leaves, diced
1 pound kielbasa or other smoked cooked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup chopped parsley

1
In large heavy pot over medium heat, combine the peas, water, ham hocks, bacon, leeks, onion and carrot.
2
Cut one half of celery root into large chunks and add along with cloves, bay leaf, peppercorns and mace.
3
Bring to boil and simmer, partly covered, until peas are very soft, about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4
Remove and discard ham hocks.
5
Mince remaining celery root and add along with diced celery to the pot.
6
Continue to simmer until vegetables are soft, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Add sliced sausage and cook about 5 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley.

412

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound split peas, washed, 3 quarts water, 2 large ham hocks, 1/4 pound smoked bacon, diced, and more.

Yes, New Amsterdam 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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New Amsterdam Pea Soup

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