Curried Split Pea Soup

Nutrition

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Put the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat

2. 2

   Add the onion and a generous pinch of salt and sweat for 2 to 3 minutes

3. 3

   Next , add the garlic and continue to sweat for an additional 1 to 2 minutes , making certain not to allow onions or garlic to brown

4. 4

   Add the peas , vegetable broth and curry powder

5. 5

   Increase heat to high and bring to a boil

6. 6

   Reduce heat to low , cover and cook at a simmer until the peas are tender and not holding their shape any longer , approximately 45 to 50 minutes

7. 7

   Taste and adjust seasoning as needed

8. 8

   Using care and a stick blender , puree the soup until the desired consistency

9. 9

   Watch out for hot splatters

10. 10

    Recipe courtesy alton brown , 2005