BACON AND PEA SOUP

Preparation Method :

• Peel onion and chop finely.
• Trim rind and excess fat from bacon; chop bacon into small pieces.
• Place bacon, butter, onion and celery in large heavy-based pan. Cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stir it occasionally.
• Add chicken stock and peas; simmer to low flame, cover and cook for 5 minutes. Increase heat and add pasta; cook, uncovered, stir it occasionally for 5 minutes.
• Add chopped parsley and pepper just before serving.