Split Pea Soup

Warm up with a big bowl of this delicious split pea soup.

Serves: 5-6, freezes well

Prep Time: 10 min

Cooking Time: 60 min

Total:  70 min

Ingredients

2 cups dried split green peas, sorted and well rinsed
1-2 tbsp. oil
1 large onion, diced
1-2 cloves garlic, chopped
3-4 stalks celery, chopped
2-3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1 tsp. dried thyme
1 tsp. dried rosemary
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth, or water and bouillon cubes
salt and pepper
unseasoned croutons, to garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat oil and saute onions until translucent  Add garlic, carrots, celery and herbs and saute for 4-5 minutes.
2. Add split peas and broth to the pot, stirring the contents to mix.
3. Bring to a boil and then lower heat to a simmer.
4. Simmer for about an hour, stirring occasionally, until peas have softened.
5. Using a handheld immersion blender puree until desired consistency is reached.  Taste and adjust if necessary.
6. Serve warm, garnished with a few croutons or with a side of fresh bread.