Caraway Split-Pea Soup 🍲
Description:
Experience the delightful fusion of split-peas and caraway seeds in this extraordinary soup! 🌱 Perfect for those chilly evenings, this hearty dish is packed with flavors that will warm you from the inside out. While you have the option to incorporate bacon or ham, the marriage of split-peas and caraway seeds alone creates a depth of taste that stands strong on its own. 🥓🚫
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: Instant (No prep needed!)
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Recipe Category: Beans
- Keywords: Quick & Easy (<60 Mins), Stove Top
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 258.5
- Fat Content: 1.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 73.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 47.3g
- Fiber Content: 18.7g
- Sugar Content: 8.6g
- Protein Content: 17.1g
Ingredients:
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 tsp caraway seeds
- 1 onion
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 carrot
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup red wine
- Salt (to taste)
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather your ingredients – bay leaf, caraway seeds, onion, celery, carrot, garlic clove, Worcestershire sauce, red wine, and salt.
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Boil the Split Peas: In a large pot, combine the split peas, vegetable stock, bay leaf, caraway seeds, and jalapeño. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
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Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for about 30 minutes. This allows the split peas to soften and absorb the flavors.
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Add Vegetables and Seasonings: After 30 minutes, add in the chopped onion, celery, carrot, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine. Stir well to combine.
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Continue Simmering: Cover the pot again and allow the soup to simmer for another 30 minutes or until the split peas and vegetables are tender. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
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Season to Taste: Before serving, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add salt to taste, bearing in mind the flavors will intensify as the soup continues to simmer.
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Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the warm Caraway Split-Pea Soup into bowls, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot. Pair it with crusty bread or a side salad for a satisfying meal that will leave you feeling nourished and content. 🥖🥗
This recipe yields a soul-warming soup that’s perfect for cozy nights in or gatherings with loved ones. Enjoy the comforting aroma as it fills your kitchen and savor each spoonful of this nutritious and flavorful dish! 🥣✨
