MIMI'S PUREED VEGETABLE PEA SOUP

MiMi's Pureed Vegetable Pea Soup image

Provided by Jean Goss

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pkg heb mediterranean style lentils
1/2 pkg dry split green peas
1 can(s) carrots, cubed 15 0z
2 pkg ham, thick sliced boneless chopped
1 large onion, minced
3 Tbsp garlic, minced
4 c water
1 pkg baby spinach
1 pkg favorite fried pork rinds
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic, powdered
1 can(s) coconut milk, 14 oz

Steps:

1. Wash green split peas and lentils, set aside to drain. Saute the chopped ham, minced onion and garlic in the coconut oil til translucent and meat slightly browned.
2. Add the water, peas, carrots and seasonings. Simmer on medium heat, adding water as needed to keep it above the beans about 1/4 inch. Cook until peas are tender.
3. Add the spinach and pork rinds, cook 15-30 minutes longer. Turn the heat off and let cool down a bit, to be able to remove the soup, cups at a time and puree in a blender or food processor..
4. Return the pureed soup back into the pot and the coconut milk in, heat back up and season to your personal taste. I often will add basil or oregano or little more salt. Serve with your favorite crackers!