*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                     Mixed Split Pea Soup

Recipe By     : RecipeLu
Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pea Soups                 Tried

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      lb            Green & yellow split pea mixture -- dried
   2      qt            Water
   2      ts            Thyme -- dried
   2                    Onions -- chopped
   2                    Carrot -- chopped
   2                    Leeks -- trim/chop
     1/2  c             Fresh fennel -- chopped

Soak the split peas in water to cover overnight; rinse and drain.  Or
boil hot water to cover peas and let sit for 45 minutes.  Drain, rinse
and drain again. 

Saute the onions, carrots and fennel in a small amount of oil or
butter until just translucent.  Add the peas, cook 2 minutes.  Add
water to the stock pot and stir. 

Bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours.

Puree the soup in a food processor until smooth; re-season to taste
with salt and pepper. 

Lu's Notes: This is very very good and easy too. It requires a good
amount of pepper and salt. 

Tried: 01/30/99



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