Pea, Ham, and Potato Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Pea, Ham, and Potato Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs fresh uncured ham
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 sprigs of rosemary
Handful of thyme, leaves only
3 cups hot beef stock for the slow cooker (1 quart for traditional method)
About 4 cups frozen peas
3 potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces

Instructions

Slow cooker method:Prep, 15 minutes; Cook, Auto/Low 8 hrs or High 4 hours; THEN Auto/Low 8 hrs or High 4 hrsPreheat the slow cooker, if required. Sit the ham and bay leaf in the slow cooker and cover with 3 cups of water. Cover and cook on auto/low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, then remove the ham and set aside. Discard the stock, or strain and reserve a little to add to the soup. Heat the oil in a large heavy-based pan over medium heat, add the onion, and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the mustard, garlic, and herbs (reserve some thyme leaves for garnish). Add a little stock and bring to a boil, then add in the peas (if you prefer pureed, pulse them gently in a food processor or use an immersion blender). Transfer to the slow cooker, add the remaining stock and the potatoes, cover, and cook on auto/low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. Remove any fat from the ham, chop into bite-sized pieces, and stir into the soup. Taste and season as needed. Garnish with reserved the thyme leaves and serve with whole grain bread. Traditional method:Prep, 15 minutes; Cook, 2 hrsAdd the ham and bay leaf to a large pan, cover with 1 quart of water, and bring to a boil. Partially cover, reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 1 hour or until the ham is cooked. Skim away any scum that comes to the surface of the pan as you go. Discard the stock, or strain and reserve a little to add to the soup. Set the ham aside until cool enough to handle. Heat the oil in a large heavy-based pan over medium heat, add the onion, and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the mustard, garlic, and herbs (reserve some thyme leaves for garnish). Add a little stock and bring to a boil, then add in the peas and remaining stock. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 45 minutes, topping up with hot water as needed. About 20 minutes before the end of the cooking time, bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Add the potatoes, bring back up to a boil, and then simmer for 12-15 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside. Remove the rosemary from the soup, then use an immersion blender to gently puree the peas, or ladle them into a food processor and pulse a couple of times. Return them to the pot and stir in the potatoes. Remove any fat from the ham, chop into bite-sized pieces, and stir into the soup. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with the reserved thyme leaves and serve with whole grain bread. Freezes for 3 months.
Reprinted with permission from The Slow Cook Book by Heather Whinney, DK Publishing copyright (c) 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pea, Ham, and Potato Soup good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pea, Ham, and Potato Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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