Hernekeitto

Directions

1. 1
   This Finnish pea soup can be made well in advance.
2. 2
   You can double or triple the recipe and freeze it in useful quantities.
3. 3
   Malla Karhusaari also suggests reducing the cooking time by using a pressure cooker or microwave to prepare it.
4. 4
   Rinse peas and soak in cold water in large port for 8 hours or overnight.
5. 5
   Bring peas and soaking water to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for one hour or until peas begin to soften.
6. 6
   Add pork and continue to simmer for two to three hours, until peas and meat ar thoroughly cooked.
7. 7
   When meat is tender, remove it from pot, discard skin and bone, cut meat in cubes and return to soup.
8. 8
   You may need to add more water to pot for desired consistency.
9. 9
   Season with marjoram, mustard, salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Heat to blend flavors and serve hot.