*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                       SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH SAUSAGE

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2       c            Split peas -- rinsed
   6       c            Water
   1       t            Salt
     1/2   ts           Ground cumin, or to taste
   1       lb           Pork sausage

    Soak split peas in water 2 hours.  Place peas with
  soaking water, salt and cumin to taste in medium
  saucepan.  Simmer, covered, about 1 1/2 hours or until
  smooth and soft, stirring occasionally.  Add more
  water if needed for soupy consistency.  Adjust
  seasonings to taste.
     Just before serving, pan-fry chopped sausage until
  done.  Serve soup in individual bowls.  Sprinkle
  cooked sausage over soup.  Makes 6 servings.
     Each serving contains about: 515 calories; 918 mg
  sodium; 43 mg cholesterol; 24 grams fat; 51 grams
  carbohydrates; 26 grams protein; 2.47 grams fiber.
 


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