Swedish Yellow Pea Soup

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow peas, dried
• 6 cups water
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 smoked ham hock
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Rinse the dried yellow peas under cold water and remove any debris.
2. 2.In a large pot, combine the yellow peas, water, chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery stalks, diced potatoes, bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. 3.Add the smoked ham hock to the pot.
4. 4.Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the peas are tender.
5. 5.Remove the bay leaves and smoked ham hock from the pot. Discard the bay leaves and shred the meat from the ham hock. Return the shredded meat to the pot.
6. 6.Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
7. 7.If the soup is too thick, add more water or broth to reach your desired consistency.
8. 8.Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
9. 9.Serve the Swedish Yellow Pea Soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
10. 10.Enjoy this delicious and comforting soup!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a vegetarian version, you can omit the smoked ham hock and use vegetable broth instead of water.
• chevron_rightIf you prefer a chunkier soup, you can skip blending it and leave it as is.
• chevron_rightLeftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• chevron_rightThis soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.
• chevron_rightFeel free to add other vegetables like peas or leeks for extra flavor and texture.