Oma'S Split Pea (Erwten) Soup Recipe

Name: Oma'S Split Pea (Erwten) Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dried split peas; 3 quarts water; 1 pig's foot, split & cracked OR; 1 ham hock; 1 cup bacon, cubes; 1 smoked dutch ring sausage, sliced; 1 lb potato, peeled, sliced thin; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 bunch celery, with leaves; 2 medium sized leeks, chopped; 2 medium onions, chopped; 2 medium carrots, coarsely grated; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Servings: persons

2 cups dried split peas
3 quarts water
1 pig's foot, split & cracked OR
1 ham hock
1 cup bacon, cubes
1 smoked dutch ring sausage, sliced
1 lb potato, peeled, sliced thin
2 tablespoons salt
1 bunch celery, with leaves
2 medium sized leeks, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, coarsely grated
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

1
If tenderized peas are used, simply cover them with the water and boil according to the package directions. (If not, wash peas, soak for 12 hours or overnight in the water, and boil for 1 hour in the water in which they were soaked.)
2
Add ham hock and all remaining ingredients except the sausage and parsley.
3
Cook for two hours over medium heat or until meat is tender. Remove the ham hock, shred the meat and reserve.
4
Continue cooking until soup is smooth and thick. Remove bay leaf. Add shredded meat and sausage. Simmer for 5-10 minutes longer.
5
Serve hot with parsley sprinkled over.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups dried split peas, 3 quarts water, 1 pig's foot, split & cracked OR, 1 ham hock, and more.

Yes, Oma'S Split Pea (Erwten) 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.

Oma'S Split Pea (Erwten) Soup

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