How To Make Australian Pea and Ham Soup: Delicious
Look no further than Australian pea and ham soup if you’re looking for a delicious, hearty soup that will warm you up on a cold winter.
This dish is traditionally made with split peas, ham hocks, and various vegetables, but it can also be made with ham scraps or bacon.
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And although it may sound complicated, this soup is relatively easy to make. Just follow these simple steps, and you’ll have a delicious pot of soup in no time.
Start by soaking your split peas in water overnight. This will help to soften them and make them easier to cook.
In the morning, drain the peas and add them to a large pot along with the ham hocks or bacon.
Fill the pot with water and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about an hour.
After an hour, add any vegetables you like. Common choices include carrots, celery, potatoes, and onions. Let the soup continue to simmer until the vegetables are soft.
Once everything is cooked, remove the ham hocks or bacon from the pot and chop the meat into small pieces before returning it to the soup.
Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper, then ladle it into bowls and enjoy!
There’s nothing better on a cold winter day than a piping hot bowl of soup, and Australian pea and ham soup are one of my favorites.
Pea and ham soup is a traditional dish from England. The name comes from the fact that peas were initially used to thicken the soup. Today, it is usually made with chicken stock and served with crusty bread.
The Pros
The soup is very nutritious.
It is low in fat and cholesterol.
It contains a lot of fiber.
It is delicious!
The Cons
It is hard to find a recipe for pea and chicken soup online because most recipes call for chicken broth instead of vegetable broth. However, there are some great vegetarian recipes available online.
The Verdict:
If you want an easy and tasty, easy, nutritious, nutritious meal, then this soup should be on your list of favorite foods.
You can use any vegetables you like, but I recommend using fresh ones.
Conclusion:
Pea and chicken soup is a simple yet delicious meal full of nutrition.
Recipe
I hope you enjoy making it too! Ingredients
1 pound frozen green peas
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup diced cooked ham
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1/8 cup all-purpose flour
1½ cups milk
Preparation
Cook the peas according to package directions until tender. Drain well. Set aside.
Heat the broth in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the peas, ham, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the butter.
Mix the flour and milk in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk the mixture into the mixture. Bring back to a boil and cook for 3 minutes more. Serve immediately.
Yield: 4 servings
Slow Cooker Style
Just throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and by the time you’re ready for lunch, you’ve got a steaming bowl of goodness waiting for you.
Plus, it makes excellent leftovers so you can enjoy them all week long! So what are you waiting for? Give this a try, and warm up your winter with some slow-cooked Australian pea and ham soup!
You can use any ham or sausage, but I used smoked turkey ham.
If you don’t have time to make homemade stock, you can use store-bought chicken broth instead.
Australian Soup
If you are unfamiliar with Australian cuisine, you may be surprised at what I have included here. You’ll need to use fresh peas, which are available during springtime. For more information on where to buy them, check out my guide to buying fresh produce.
