What does pea soup mean?

Table of Contents:

1. What does pea soup mean?
2. Where is pea soup eaten?
3. Why do Swedes eat pea soup on Thursdays?
4. Why do Finns eat pea soup on Thursday?
5. Why is it called split pea soup?
6. What country is split pea soup from?
7. How can I make canned pea soup better?
8. What goes well with pea soup?

What does pea soup mean?

You can use the phrase pea soup to describe your lunch, but some people are just as likely to mean "a thick fog" when they talk about pea soup. The literal meaning of pea soup is pretty obvious — it's a thick, savory soup, usually made from green or yellow split peas.

Where is pea soup eaten?

Germany

Why do Swedes eat pea soup on Thursdays?

Pea soup on Thursday has been a tradition in Sweden since the Middle Ages. It stems from the Friday fasting historically observed by the Roman Catholic church as a reminder of Jesus' suffering and death on Good Friday. Thursdays had a somewhat festive aura and peas were considered a luxury item.

Why do Finns eat pea soup on Thursday?

The history of pea soup in Finland is closely connected with the arrival of Christianity. “Preparing pea soup on Thursdays stems from the fasting orders of the Catholic Church during the Middle Ages,” says Hopsu-Neuvonen. “Eating heavily on Thursday helped Catholics get through the fasting day on Friday.”

Why is it called split pea soup?

Split pea soup is made from dried split peas so it is named after the main ingredient. Split peas are called such because of the process used to preserve them. They are peeled, dried, and split.

What country is split pea soup from?

Ancient Greece

How can I make canned pea soup better?

Sometimes all a soup needs is a little extra salt or pepper, but usually it needs more. Try adding minced garlic or fresh basil, parsley, or rosemary to your soup—whatever's available. Acid is also a great idea. To make canned soup more gourmet, squeeze in some lemon juice or top it with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

What goes well with pea soup?

The best accompaniment to a hardy bowl of split pea soup is good bread and cheese, like a tangy blue cheese or goat cheese, or something strong-tasting which offsets and compliments the richness of the pea soup.