Split Pea Soup

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 1 kilo of ham
• 200g peas (soaked overnight)
• 2 onions chopped
• 2 carrots chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 celery chopped
• 300 g frozen peas
• serve bread

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Place the ham in a large saucepan with 2 liters of water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, drain, and rinse to reduce saltiness. Refill with 2 liters of cold water and bring to a boil again.
2. Add all ingredients except the frozen peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 1½-2½ hours, adding water as needed to maintain the initial level.
3. As the ham softens, cut it in half if necessary to ensure it's submerged. When tender enough to shred, it's ready.
4. Remove the ham, peel, and discard the skin. While warm (use gloves), shred the meat.
5. Remove the bay leaf and add the frozen peas. Simmer for 1 minute, then blend until smooth.
6. If too thick, add a splash of water. Reheat gently if making ahead.
7. Mix hot soup with most of the ham; reheat gently if necessary.
8. Serve in bowls with remaining ham on top, accompanied by crusty bread and butter.