Uncle Bill's soup with smoked meat and dried green peas

Name: Uncle Bill's soup with smoked meat and dried green peas
Ingredients: 8 cups of water; 1 smoked ham hock or smoked bones; 2 cups of dried green peas; 2 onions; finely chopped; 2 large carrots; diced; 2 stalks of celery; diced; 1 bay leaf; 2 beef bouillon cubes; salt; pepper; a little thyme.

Soups - Uncle Bill's soup with smoked meat and dried green peas by Sorana O. - Recipia

Uncle Bill's smoked ham and dried green pea soup – a comforting recipe, perfect for chilly winter days! This thick and flavorful soup is inspired by Dutch culinary traditions and promises to bring a touch of warmth to every bowl. Here’s how you can prepare this delight step by step and enjoy a meal that will tantalize your taste buds. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour and 30 minutes Total: 1 hour and 45 minutes Number of servings: 6 ### Ingredients: - 8 cups of water - 1 smoked ham hock or smoked bones (for an intense flavor) - 2 cups of dried green peas - 2 onions, finely chopped - 2 large carrots, diced - 2 celery stalks, diced - 1 bay leaf - 2 beef bouillon cubes - Salt and pepper, to taste - A pinch of thyme (optional, but recommended) ### Instructions: 1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by thoroughly washing the dried green peas. This step is essential to remove impurities. Soak the peas in cold water for about an hour to reduce cooking time. 2. Cooking in the pressure cooker: In the pressure cooker, add the 8 cups of water, the smoked ham hock or bones, the drained green peas, onions, carrots, celery, and bay leaf. Cover with the lid and bring to pressure. Cook for about 1 hour. 3. Checking the consistency: After the cooking time has elapsed, release the pressure according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Carefully open the lid. If the soup is too thick for your taste, gradually add warm water until you reach the desired consistency. 4. Finishing the soup: Remove the smoked ham hock or bones from the pot. Using a fork, shred the meat from the bone and cut it into small pieces. Add the meat back into the soup. Add the beef bouillon cubes, salt, pepper, and thyme, to taste. Let it simmer for another 10 minutes for the flavors to meld. 5. Serving: Serve the soup hot, alongside crunchy croutons or fresh bread. You can add a spoonful of sour cream for extra creaminess or a few fresh parsley leaves for an attractive touch. ### Practical tips: - If you don’t have a pressure cooker, you can make the soup in a regular pot, but the cooking time will extend to about 2-3 hours. - Substitute the ham hock with smoked chicken for a lighter, yet equally delicious version. - Experiment with spices! Add a dash of sweet or hot paprika for a spicy note. ### Personal note: This soup is not only nourishing but also a recipe that will remind you of family meals from childhood. Whether you enjoy it on cold winter nights or at a festive gathering, Uncle Bill's smoked ham and dried green pea soup will always be a hit. Feel free to adapt it to your preferences and give it your personal twist!

Uncle Bill's soup with smoked meat and dried green peas

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