Pea Soup

Warm your soul with this hearty green split pea soup, infused with aromatic thyme and garlic. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner, it’s both nourishing and satisfying, perfect for chilly evenings.

• 1 cup dried green split peas
• 6 cups water
• 1 medium onion
• 2 stalks celery
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• -17 °C bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper

Method

1. 1

   In a large pot, combine the rinsed split peas, water, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 60 to 90 minutes, or until the peas are tender.

4. 4

   Stir occasionally, and add more water if needed to maintain your desired soup consistency.

5. 5

   Once the peas are soft, remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired texture, or leave it chunky.

6. 6

   Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve hot, optionally garnished with croutons or fresh herbs.