Norwegian Yellow Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Norwegian Yellow Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb yellow peas; 1 ham bone, with some meat left on it; 1 cup onion, chopped; 3 carrots, chopped; 2 medium potatoes, chopped; 1 tablespoon green onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1
First, soak 1-pound whole or split peas in cold water overnight.
2
The peas will swell so make sure to more than cover them with water.
3
Rinse, drain, and pick over the peas before adding to soup pot along with ham bone with enough water to more than cover them.
4
Add the remaining ingredients.
5
Simmer covered for about 45 minutes on low to medium heat.
6
Check soup about every 15 minutes to make certain that it has enough water and also to stir to prevent burning.
7
Remove ham bone from pot.
8
Cut off the bone whatever meat still clings to it and add those pieces to the soup.
9
Serve.

226

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb yellow peas, 1 ham bone, with some meat left on it, 1 cup onion, chopped, 3 carrots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Norwegian Yellow 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Norwegian Yellow Pea Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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