Description
Warm your soul with Swedish Yellow Pea Soup, a hearty and comforting dish filled with creamy split peas, tender vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly days, family dinners, or meal prep, this rustic soup delivers cozy flavors and timeless nourishment.
Ingredients
Yellow split peas
Carrots
Onions
Celery
Potatoes
Vegetable broth
Bay leaves
Thyme
Salt and pepper
Butter (optional)
Beef sausage or smoked beef strips (optional)
Instructions
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Rinse yellow split peas under cold water.
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Add peas to a large pot with vegetable broth to cover by several inches. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
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Meanwhile, chop carrots, onions, celery, and potatoes.
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When peas have softened, add chopped vegetables, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
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For a creamy texture, blend the soup partially or fully using an immersion blender or standard blender.
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Stir in butter for richness if desired, and adjust seasoning to taste.
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If using meat, add sliced beef sausage or smoked beef strips during the final 10 minutes of cooking.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs, a swirl of cream, or croutons if desired.
Notes
Make it vegan by skipping the butter and using plant-based broth.
Spice it up with cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
Add smoked paprika for an extra smoky flavor.
Green split peas can substitute for yellow, altering the flavor slightly.
Smoked tofu or chickpeas make excellent vegetarian protein additions.
