Soup Week – Ham & Pea Soup

Soup week on Nova 103.5 with Metro Supermarket Eros is officially underway!

The challenge was set – can you make soup for 4 people on a budget of N$100! #nam100dollarchallenge 

The Nova 103.5 team visited Metro Supermarket Eros – bought their ingredients on the N$100 budget and came up with the following recipes!

Day 4 – Ham & Pea Soup

Creamy, smoky, and oh-so-satisfying—this hearty bowl of pea and ham goodness is exactly what chilly evenings call for!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup Split Peas (well rinsed)

• 2 Medium Potatoes

• 2 Cloves Garlic

• ½ Diced Onion

• 6 Cups Chicken Stock

• ¾ cup Milk

• 100g Farm Smoked Ham

• Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, lightly sauté the onion and garlic in a splash of oil until soft and fragrant.

2. Add in the rinsed split peas, chopped potatoes, and all of the chicken stock.

3. Pop the lid on and bring it to a gentle boil, then let it cook until the peas and potatoes are tender—around 30–40 minutes.

4. Once everything’s soft, blend the soup using a stick blender until nice and smooth.

5. Stir in the milk and smoked ham, season with salt and pepper, and let it warm through.

6. Dish it up, grab a spoon, and enjoy that smoky, creamy comfort!

Optional: Serve with crusty bread or sprinkle some extra ham on top for a little extra flair.