Healthy Swedish Artsoppa Pea Soup

yellow split peas

🥗Healthier: green split peas

💰Cheaper: canned peas

Canned peas save time and are often less expensive.

smoked pork

🥗Healthier: smoked turkey

💰Cheaper: bacon

Smoked turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

Soak the dried yellow whole peas overnight in a large bowl covered with water.

Drain the soaked peas and set aside.

In a large stockpot, add a little olive oil over medium heat.

Add finely chopped shallots and celery to the pot along with fresh thyme; stir for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add 8 cups of water to the pot.

Chop the smoked ham into small bits and add it to the pot along with the soaked peas.

Bring the mixture to a boil, skimming off any foam that accumulates on top.

Let it simmer for 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, add the dried yellow split peas to the pot and let it simmer for an additional 30 minutes until the broth thickens and changes color.

Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Serve the soup hot.

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