LENTIL AND PEA SOUP (HAM HOCKS)

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Try this hearty soup for supper with chunks of rye bread to dunk. All you'll need to finish a comfort food supper is some apples and cheese for dessert.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped Spanish onions
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
12 cups water
1 cup dried brown lentils
1 cup dried split peas
4 smoked ham hocks (about 3 3/4 lbs)
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 -2 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups diced carrots
1 1/4 cups chopped celery
lemon slice

Steps:

  • In a heavy (cast iron is best) dutch oven heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook about 5 minutes, stirring until soft.
  • Add remaining ingredients except carrots,celery and lemon slices.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover pot.
  • Simmer 1 1/4 hours.
  • Add carrots and celery.
  • Bring back to boil then reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes, uncovered.
  • Remove pot from heat.
  • Lift out hocks and bay leaf, discard bay leaves.
  • Cool hocks enough to handle, remove fat and bones.
  • Put meat back in soup. Stir and heat gently.
  • Float a lemon slice on top of each serving.

Dexter Mtaka
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out bland. Maybe I didn't use enough ham hocks?


jason baker
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham hocks. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Md: Shohidul Islam
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand for busy weeknights.


lalon103 gazi
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This soup is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils and peas are a great source of protein and fiber, and the ham hocks add a delicious flavor.


william fisher
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I'm not a big fan of soups, but this one is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the ham hocks add a nice touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Constance Mawunyo
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This is the best lentil and pea soup I've ever had! The ham hocks give it such a rich and flavorful broth. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Gerald Gyamfi
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


inam ullah Kakar
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This soup is delicious and so comforting. The ham hocks add a wonderful flavor to the soup. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Conan does stuff
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a winner. My family loves it and it's so easy to make. I usually use leftover ham hocks from a holiday meal, but you can also use store-bought ham hocks.


Indian Boy
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This soup is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of lentils, peas, and ham hocks. It's the perfect soup for a busy weeknight.


Siddiq Ahmad
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I'm not a big fan of ham hocks, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was delicious and the ham hocks were not overpowering at all. I will definitely be making this soup again.


kevin agolla
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the ham hocks added a nice touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Julie Wanjugu
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This lentil and pea soup with ham hocks is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The ham hocks add a delicious smoky flavor to the soup, and the lentils and peas provide a good source of protein and fiber. I highly recomm