Split Pea soup Must learn how to make this


Thanks Lee

Mine is pretty basic, but it turns out well.

1 lb sliced bacon, cut into 1" lengths
1 lb cooking onions, halved and sliced
1 16oz pkge yellow dried split peas
12 cups water (approx)
1/2 tsp cayenne
s&p

In a large pot, render the bacon over a med-high heat, cooking until the individual piece start to become cripsy. Add sliced onions and cook until wilted, mixing well. Add peas and saute briefly, mixing all ingredients well. Add 12 cups cold water, cayenne and s&p.

Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Cook until peas break down. Skim off any scum that appears while cooking. Stir frequently to avoid clumping. Add more water as required if it becomes too thick. Final consistency should be like watery porridge. Adjust seasoning to taste.

This is nice served with toasted flat bread.

Or....

1 1-lb meaty ham bone
5 cups homemade or low sodium chicken broth
1 lb dried split peas, rinsed and soaked according to package directions
2/3 cup shallots or vidalia onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup carrots, finely chopped
1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
Freshly ground pepper
4-6 bay leaves (my pref)
Large pinch of cumin (my pref)
3 cups light cream(or 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream)
3/4 cup finely chopped ham (from bone)
Jigger of dry sherry (optional)
Sour cream (large dollop on top of ea. serving)

Place the ham bone in a large pot (8-12 quarts)& bay leaves(to taste). Add the chicken broth and peas. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat & simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Add the vegetables & seasoning and continue to simmer gently for 30-45 minutes or until the peas are very soft and the mixture is thick. Remove the ham bone. Gradually stir in milk and cream. Add the chopped ham (cut from bone) and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning as necessary. Stir in warmed sherry & place dollop of sour cream at end in each bowl. Serve immediately

Your welcome

Sweet deal Noden



I have it in my Note pad now Thank you

Your welcome Lee this is going to confuse them

Or...


Spit Pea Soup With A Rosted Fennel And Lobster Salad
3 Tablespoon Olive oil
2 Cup Finely chopped onions
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 Teaspoon Crushed red pepper
4 Garlic cloves; peeled
1 Pound Green split peas
8 Cup Water
1 Bay leaf
1 Bulb fennel; trimmed and sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 Lobster tails; (about 6 to 8 ounces, each) cooked and small diced
1/2 Cup Small diced red onion
2 Tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
1 Cup Milk
1 Dash Crystal Hot Sauce
1 Cup Fresh parsley sprigs; washed, patted dry and fried until crispy
15 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper, garlic, and split peas. Continue to saute for 1 minute. Stir in the water. Bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the peas are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.

In a small mixing bowl, toss the fennel with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place on a
parchment-lined baking sheet and place in the oven. Roast for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool completely. In another mixing bowl, toss the lobster, fennel, red onion, and extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Using a hand-held blender, puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the milk. Season with hot sauce, salt and pepper.
To serve, ladle the soup into the individual bowls. Spoon the salad in the center of each bowl. Garnish with fried parsley.

Yield: 8 servings

Okay I'm confused, hahahhahahahahha

Wow, I take off for a few days and...

Well done Noden, that third recipe is pretty good.
Its ALWAYS tastier to use fresh peas and not the dried ones.

The only thing I can recommend at this point is to find some good quality Spring Peas instead of the usual, they're lighter in color and slightly sweeter with great flavor. Steam them and toss 'em in the blender with some smoked bacon, a splash of sherry vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Super basic. Very tasty.

And if anyone ever needs a recipe or anything, feel free to message me.

OMG How cute is this

Shut it.



edit: And get out of my kitchen...

Someone's feisty.... it's ok I like it

Why thank you sir, now I am so friggin hungry, and it's all your fault, may I sit in on your next meal, I am sure having dinner with you could be an awesome experience!

Why thank you sir, now I am so friggin hungry, and it's all your fault, may I sit in on your next meal, I am sure having dinner with you could be an awesome experience!


Damn, your only 28, oooooop's did I actually say all this stuff, (she runs) giggling!
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hey my amigo, Black you tricked me, ya little bugger!

I miss my mum's split pea soup!!

Hungry now!!