French pea soup
Description
Pea soup is a traditional dish in many Western and Eastern European countries. It is especially popular in Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Try preparing this delicious French pea soup, the recipe for which is described in detail with step-by-step photos. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
Tie the herbs together.
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Step 2
Soak the peas for at least 90 minutes, or preferably overnight. Change the water as soon as it becomes cloudy.
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Step 3
Drain the water.
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Step 4
Peel and slice the carrots...
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Step 5
... celery...
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Step 6
... and potatoes.
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Step 7
Peel the onion and garlic. Attach 2 bay leaves to one onion using cloves (do not chop the onion). Slice the leek.
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Step 8
Grind the garlic.
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Step 9
In a saucepan, sauté the onion and leek in a small amount of oil until soft.
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Step 10
Add the chopped vegetables.
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Step 11
And mix.
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Step 12
Pour in the water.
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Step 13
Rinse the soaked peas, drain and...
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Step 14
... add to the soup.
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Step 15
Add onion and ham (if necessary, divide the ham, but do not break the bone, as bone marrow will spoil the taste). Add herbs.
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Step 16
Add more water so that the vegetables start to float. Set the heat to medium to prolong the time until the soup comes to a boil. Skim off the foam as it appears on the surface. Once all the foam has been removed, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for two hours.
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Step 17
Remove the onion and herbs from the soup.
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Step 18
Then, the shank bone...
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Step 19
... and thigh.
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Step 20
Blend the vegetables in the soup with a mixer (or hand blender).
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Step 21
Now season with salt and pepper. Add some herbs and mix.
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Step 22
Divide among plates, add ham slices, and serve.