Cooking two bags of split peas, and I’m contemplating whether I should simply double the water from 6 cups to 12 cups.
Also, do you think everything—8 oz of salt pork, an onion, and a couple of celery stalks—will fit in my 5-quart Dutch oven?
By the way, this is my first experience with salt pork. I also bought a ham hock. Should I just stick with the hock like I usually do?
Yes, when cooking two bags of split peas, you can generally double the water from 6 cups to 12 cups. Just make sure to check the consistency while cooking, as you might want to adjust the water based on your desired thickness.
Regarding your 5-quart Dutch oven, it should be able to accommodate 8 oz of salt pork, an onion, a couple of stalks of celery, and the split peas and water, but it will be close to full. Keep an eye on it while it cooks to prevent overflow.
As for choosing between salt pork and ham hock, both will add great flavor. Salt pork tends to be saltier, so if you’re watching your sodium intake, the ham hock might be a better choice. If you’re using salt pork, you might want to reduce the amount of added salt in your recipe to avoid it being too salty. Trust your taste preferences and cooking style, and you’ll be fine either way! Enjoy your cooking!
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