Lentil and Pea Soup with Ham Hocks Recipe
Description: Dive into the heartiness of this lentil and pea soup, featuring succulent ham hocks. Perfect for a cozy supper, serve alongside chunks of rye bread for dunking. Complete your comfort food feast with crisp apples and a selection of cheeses for dessert.
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Grains, Lentil, Beans, Vegetable, Canadian, Kid Friendly, Winter, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 139.7 per serving
- Fat Content: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 612.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.5g
- Fiber Content: 10.1g
- Sugar Content: 3.5g
- Protein Content: 8.6g
Servings:
- Yields: Approximately 12 servings
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Spanish onions |
| 1 1/2 | Garlic |
| 1 1/2 | Water |
| 12 | Dried brown lentils |
| 1 | Smoked ham hocks |
| 1 | Salt |
| 4 | Lemon juice |
| 1 | Dried thyme leaves |
| 1 | Dried sage |
| 1/2 | Dried marjoram |
| 1/2 | Bay leaf |
| 1 – 2 | Carrots |
| 1 1/2 | Celery |
| 1 1/4 | Lemon slice |
Instructions:
- In a heavy (cast iron is best) Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, cooking for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add the remaining ingredients except for carrots, celery, and lemon slices.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, covering the pot.
- Allow the soup to simmer for 1 1/4 hours.
- Add carrots and celery to the pot.
- Bring the soup back to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat.
- Lift out the ham hocks and bay leaf, discarding the bay leaves.
- Allow the ham hocks to cool slightly, then remove any fat and bones.
- Return the meat to the soup, stirring gently and heating through.
- To serve, float a lemon slice on top of each portion.
This hearty soup is a comforting delight, perfect for chilly winter evenings or any time you crave a nourishing, wholesome meal. The combination of tender lentils, flavorful ham hocks, and aromatic herbs and spices creates a soup that will warm both body and soul. Enjoy the rich flavors and satisfying textures of this Lentil and Pea Soup with Ham Hocks recipe! 🥣🍲
