Pea soup, regular
Description
A hearty first course. This soup turns out very rich and truly meaty. However, you can cook the broth using smoked ribs, for example, in which case you can do without the pork belly. In my opinion, sautéed vegetables are also optional—the flavor of the peas, broth, and smoked meat is already quite complete. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Rinse the peas and soak them in cold water beforehand. Wash the meat, place it in a pot with water, and put it on the stove. Cook the broth for about an hour, then add the peas and continue cooking for another 30–60 minutes, depending on the peas.
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Step 2
2. Peel the potatoes, cut them into small cubes, and add to the soup. You can carefully remove the meat, cut it into serving pieces, and return it to the pot. Sauté the chopped carrots in vegetable oil for a bit and add them to the pot.
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Step 3
3. Next, add the smoked bacon cut into pieces. Salt to taste, add spices for flavor and aroma. Cook the soup over medium heat until the potatoes are fully cooked.
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Step 4
4. Before serving, optionally garnish the soup with herbs.