Pea Porridge With Fresh Cheese And Ham Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• STEP 2.Add the peas and chicken broth to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, until the peas are tender.
• STEP 3.Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the pea mixture until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 4.In a separate skillet, cook the ham until crispy. Remove from heat and crumble into small pieces.
• STEP 5.Serve the pea porridge in bowls, topped with crumbled fresh cheese and crispy ham. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can reserve some of the cooked peas before pureeing and stir them back into the porridge.
• Feel free to use any type of fresh cheese you like, such as feta, goat cheese, or queso fresco.
• For a vegetarian version, you can omit the ham or substitute it with crispy tofu or tempeh.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pea porridge can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply heat the porridge in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
• Serve the pea porridge with fresh cheese and ham as a main dish for breakfast or brunch, or as a side with eggs or toast.