Scandanavian Whole Pea and Ham Stew (Artskoppa)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Scandinavian Whole Pea and Ham Stew (Artskoppa)
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Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hrs

Ready In

2 hrs 10 min

Level

Difficulty: Medium

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups whole yellow peas ( available at specialty stores or online )
6 cups water
1/4 vegetable bouillon cube
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
3 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ( or to taste )
5 cups diced ham ( and ham bone )
2 cups water
1/4 cup uncooked barley
1/4 cup uncooked rice
1 cup egg noodles
1 cup mostaccioli pasta

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
460
Sugar
10g
Fat
12g
Scandinavian Whole Pea and Ham Stew (Artskoppa) is a traditional dish that originated in Sweden. The stew is made with whole yellow peas, ham, and a variety of spices and vegetables. It is often served with bread or crackers and is a popular winter comfort food in Scandinavian countries. This recipe is a classic version of the dish, and it makes a large batch that is perfect for freezing and reheating throughout the week.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring the whole yellow peas, water, vegetable bouillon cube, dried parsley, allspice, cloves, bay leaves, and black pepper to a boil.
2.Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
3.Add the diced ham and ham bone, water, barley, and rice to the pot.
4.Simmer for 1 hour.
5.Add the egg noodles and mostaccioli pasta to the pot.
6.Simmer for an additional 15 minutes or until the pasta is tender.

PROS

This hearty stew is flavorful and filling, making it a great comfort food for cold winter nights.

The combination of yellow peas, ham, and pasta makes it a complete meal in one dish.

CONS

The stew requires some time and effort to prepare, and it may not be suitable for those who are short on time.

It is also a high-calorie dish, making it important to enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew is a great source of protein and fiber, and it is especially beneficial for those following a plant-based diet as it contains whole yellow peas.
It is also a good way to incorporate ham into your diet, which is a good source of protein and important vitamins and minerals like iron and niacin.

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