Pea Soup and Meat (Guineabissau) Recipe

Name: Pea Soup and Meat (Guineabissau)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs mutton neck; 1 small pork shank; 4 slices bacon; 1 lb dried split peas; ½ cup rice; 2 large celery ribs; 2 large potatoes; 2 large carrots; 1 large onion; 2 bay leaves; salt and pepper; 8 pints water

Servings: persons

2 lbs mutton neck
1 small pork shank
4 slices bacon
1 lb dried split peas
½ cup rice
2 large celery ribs
2 large potatoes
2 large carrots
1 large onion
2 bay leaves
salt and pepper
8 pints water

1
Slice the neck of mutton.
2
Cut the bacon into strips across the length.
3
Finely chop the celery sticks.
4
Peel the potatoes and grate coarsely.
5
Peel the carrots and grate coarsely.
6
Peel the onion and chop finely.
7
Place all the ingredients, except for the peas and rice, in a heavy Dutch oven or cast iron pot.
8
Add 3 pints of water.
9
Cover and bring to the boil.
10
Lower the heat and simmer slowly for 2 hours.
11
Add the peas and rice together with 4 pints of water.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Cover and simmer for 2 hours.
14
You can even add more water if you feel it's necessary.
15
As the pea soup thickens it must be stirred frequently to prevent burning.
16
This is a very thick and tasty soup.
17
Don't be tempted to make this Pea and Meat Soup too thin.

451

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 lbs mutton neck, 1 small pork shank, 4 slices bacon, 1 lb dried split peas, and more.

Yes, Pea Soup and Meat (Guineabissau) 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.

Pea Soup and Meat (Guineabissau)

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