| 1 | This finnish pea soup can be made well in advance. |
| 2 | You can double or triple the recipe and freeze it in useful quantities. |
| 3 | Malla karhusaari also suggests reducing the cooking time by using a pressure cooker or microwave to prepare it. |
| 4 | Rinse peas and soak in cold water in large port for 8 hours or overnight. |
| 5 | Bring peas and soaking water to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for one hour or until peas begin to soften. |
| 6 | Add pork and continue to simmer for two to three hours, until peas and meat ar thoroughly cooked. |
| 7 | When meat is tender, remove it from pot, discard skin and bone, cut meat in cubes and return to soup. |
| 8 | You may need to add more water to pot for desired consistency. |
| 9 | Season with marjoram, mustard, salt and pepper. |
| 10 | Heat to blend flavors and serve hot. |
| 11 | Serves 6 |
