Field Pea & Ham Hock Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Chop the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Rinse the field peas and set them aside.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Add Ham Hock and Broth

   Add the ham hock to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Cook the Soup

   Add the field peas, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes until the peas are tender.

5. 5

   Add Mustard Greens

   Stir in the mustard greens and cook for an additional 5 minutes until they are wilted.

6. 6

   Serve

   Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return it to the soup. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot.