Dutch green split-pea soup

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2ouncesCanadian-style bacon
2cupsWater, divided
ounceGreen split peas, sorted and rinsed
6ouncesPared potatoes, diced
½cupChopped leeks
½cupCeleriac, pared and diced
2tablespoonsCelery leaves
4ounces\"precooked\" kielbasa, 1/4-inch thick rounds
teaspoonSummer savory leaves
Pepper to taste

Directions

Cut bacon into small pieces and set aside. Bring 1 cup water to a boil in 2-quart saucepan; add dry peas and boil for 3 minutes.

Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour. Add remaining water and the bacon to saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and let simmer for 1 hour. Add potatoes, leeks, celeriac and celery leaves; cook until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Add kielbasa, savory and pepper; cook until sausage is heated through. Serve hot.

Makes 2 servings.

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