Potato and Bacon Soup
Looking for more subtle ways to get bacon into your diet? Try this easy, yet really yummy Potato and Bacon Soup recipe. There is a tin of corn in it, too!
There is something hearty and filling about a good pea and ham soup. Perfect camping after a long day in the outdoors.
This is a great option to use up leftover ham whether roasted or smoked. If using a leftover bone, get some extra smoke by placing it back in the smoker for a second hit. Some butchers you can buy soup ham hock which works great also.
To make the soup a complete meal bake some fresh bread or rolls, or it can be served as an appetizer soup course to a larger meal. Also makes a light lunch option.
1 1/3 cups split green peas
1 brown onion
3 stick celery
3 cloves garlic
olive oil
500 smoked ham, diced
6 cups water
salt and pepper, to taste
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stirring spoon
Wash and rinse the split green peas, drain and set aside.
Chop the onion and celery, then slice the garlic.
Heat the olive oil, then add the onion, celery, and garlic, stir. When the vegetables start to soften add the split peas, smoked ham, and water. Bring to a simmer.
When the green split peas have softened, you can eat as is, or mash with a potato mashed, of if have access to power, such as in a RV, use an immersion blender to make smooth.
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