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In a large soup pot, combine the split peas, pork meat, bay leaves, and 2 liters (8.5 cups) of water.","group":"Preparation","title":"Rinse the split peas under cold water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for about 45-60 minutes. Skim off any foam that rises to the top.","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Remove the pork meat from the pot. Remove any bones, chop the meat into small pieces, and return the meat to the pot.","group":"Cooking","title":"Remove the pork meat from the pot","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the diced celeriac, leeks, carrots, potatoes, and onion to the pot. Simmer for another 30-45 minutes until the vegetables and peas are very soft and the soup has thickened.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the diced celeriac, leeks, carrots, potatoes, and onion","timerMinutes":45,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the sliced smoked sausage and fresh celery leaves to the soup to heat through.","group":"Finishing","title":"Add the sliced smoked sausage and fresh celery leaves","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Remove the bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, add a splash of water; if too thin, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove the bay leaves","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Erwtensoep is traditionally even better the next day after the flavors have melded and the texture has thickened. Serve with rye bread and 'katenspek' (smoked bacon).","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Dutch"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","boil"],"equipment":["Large soup pot","Knife","Cutting board","Ladle"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":3,"unit":"l","note":"Makes a large pot of soup"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This soup is best made a day in advance as it naturally thickens and the flavors intensify."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. It will become very thick when cold; add a little water when reheating.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat slowly on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent scorching."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ferwtensoep_b249bcc9b3%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=57da9330-139c-42ab-9336-7f50c4f9367f","imageAlt":"Erwtensoep (Dutch Split Pea Soup) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["snert","split pea","hearty","winter","dutch","traditional","one pot"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Erwtensoep (Dutch Split Pea Soup)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:34:39.227Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:34:39.227Z","related":[{"id":"bouillabaisse_e05e5fb208","slug":"bouillabaisse","title":"Bouillabaisse","description":"A classic, aromatic Provençal fish stew from Marseille, featuring a rich saffron-infused broth and a variety of fresh Mediterranean seafood.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":45,"totalMinutes":75,"activeMinutes":40},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["French","Provençal"]},"course":["main","soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbouillabaisse_e05e5fb208%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=30309a34-0c3f-41db-907a-5fbd84ebb0c9","imageAlt":"Bouillabaisse — recipe cover","tags":["seafood","french","marseille","stew","saffron","healthy","high protein"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":5},{"id":"caldo_verde_2be6ee91bf","slug":"caldo-verde","title":"Caldo Verde","description":"A comforting and iconic Portuguese green soup featuring a silky potato base, finely shredded kale, and smoky slices of chouriço.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Portuguese"]},"course":["soup","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcaldo_verde_2be6ee91bf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e21e7aed-4772-4916-91a3-15abce6ceaed","imageAlt":"Caldo Verde — recipe cover","tags":["soup","portuguese","kale","chorizo","comfort food","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":6},{"id":"waterzooi_adc2dfa015","slug":"classic-chicken-waterzooi","title":"Classic Chicken Waterzooi","description":"A traditional Belgian cream-based stew from Ghent, featuring tender chicken and seasonal root vegetables in a rich, velvety broth.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":45,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Belgian"]},"course":["main","soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fwaterzooi_adc2dfa015%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=9bc7897c-62be-4f5b-b1c7-dec495cce774","imageAlt":"Classic Chicken Waterzooi — recipe cover","tags":["creamy","stew","flemish","comfort food","chicken soup"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":7}]}