Split Pea Soup
(http://www.theveggietable.com)
Yields 4-6 servings
Ingredients
◦2 c dry split peas, rinsed
◦6-8 c vegetable stock and/or water
◦1 large onion (2 c)
◦1 carrot
◦2 T olive oil
◦3-5 cloves minced garlic
◦1 t minced rosemary
◦1 t salt
◦2 t pepper
Directions
- Place the peas and 6 c water and/or stock in the Dutch
oven/saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and
partially cover.
- Meanwhile, chop the onions and carrot and sauté in olive oil
for about 10 minutes, until onions are somewhat translucent. Add the
garlic and rosemary and sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Add the onion mixture into the peas along with the salt and
pepper.
- Simmer for another 40 minutes or so, until the peas are mushy
and falling apart. If at any point the soup seems too dry, add more
water or stock.
- Serve hot, with croutons, bread, crackers, or just plain.
Notes: If you like a thick, hearty soup, you can purée some or
all of it.
Your question and comments are welcome
