Why is split pea soup called split pea soup?

Answer 1

It is called pea wack soup because wack refers to friendly soup. back in the 1970's it was called pea wack soup as a whole street would sometimes contribute to the meal and share it around family and neighbours. Basically meaning Pea(Pulse) wack(friendly) Bread Broth(soup)

Answer 2

Pea Soup is a simple yet tasty, delicious and satisfying treat. It is easy to identify this dish through its yellowish or grayish-green color. The origins of pea soup can be traced back as far as the time of ancient Rome and Greece. Today, this soup is commonly served in different countries across the world including Europe in countries such as Netherlands, Germany as well as Canada.

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Answer 3

Here is how you can make Split Pea Soup. Its called Split Pea Soup with Ham:

The ingredients you would need to make would be

12 ounces of smoked cooked ham

2 cans of sodium chicken broth

1 cup of onion (medium, chopped)

1 pack of split peas

3 ribs of celery (sliced)

3 carrots (medium, chopped)

1 bay leaf

1 tbsp of butter

½ tsp of dried marjoram (crushed)

Start with tossing the butter in the skillet and heat it with medium low temperature. You need to cook the ham until the color changes to brown. If you want you can discard the fat and next put the ham in a slow cooker. Put all the other ingredients and mix them well. Now cook the recipe for at least 6 hours in low heat. Take out the bay leaf. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes.

Answer 4

Ingredients

• 1 c Split peas
• 1 ea Ham bone
• 3 qt Water
• 1 T Onion, minced
• 3 T Butter
• 3 T Flour
• 1 t Salt
• 1/8 t Pepper
• 2 c Milk

Wash and soak peas in water to cover, overnight. In the morning drain off the water and cover with 3 quarts of fresh water. Add the ham bone and onion and cook until peas are soft. Rub through a sieve. Melt the butter and stir in the flour until well blended and smooth. Add the salt, pepper and milk and cook, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Combine with the strained liquid and cook until rather thick. Serve hot.

Answer 5

Because it is made using split peas.