Finnish Hernekeitto (Pea Soup)

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.

Ingredients

30 mL of Olive Oil

1 piece of Onion

2 cloves of Minced Garlic

Equipment

Pot

Chefs Knife

Wooden Spoon

Add the soaked peas, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for approximately 60 to 80 minutes until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened.

Ingredients

950 mL of Water

950 mL of Vegetable Broth

Equipment

Pot

Kitchen Timer

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste before serving hot.

Ingredients

1¼ mL of Salt

1¼ mL of Black Pepper

Equipment

Ladle