Lou's Pea And Ham Soup
This hearty and comforting soup is a delightful medley of flavors and textures. With the savory notes of bacon and ham complemented by the sweetness of peas, this soup is a satisfying dish that warms both body and soul. Each spoonful is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients coming together harmoniously in a bowl. Enjoy this soup with hearty wedges of homemade crusty bread for a truly comforting meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- 4 rashers/125g bacon chopped
- 2 large or 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 600ml/1pt vegetable or chicken stock
- 300ml/1/2pt milk
- 500g peas, frozen or fresh
- 4 slices/125g cooked ham cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Gently fry the onions, garlic and bacon over a low heat for about 10 mins until the onions are soft and the bacon is browned.
- Add the potatoes and stock to the pan, bring to the boil, turn down heat and simmer for about 10 mins until potatoes are cooked.
- Pour in milk and tip peas into pan, simmer for a further few mins until peas are done. remove from heat.
- Add chopped ham to the pan, then blend until smooth.
- season with salt, pepper and a little sugar if needed.
- Serve with big wedges of homemade crusty bread.
Yield
Serves 4
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