Yellow Split Pea Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

Yellow Split Pea Soup

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Pound Yellow Split Peas
8 Cups Water
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
6 Large Garlic Cloves -- crushed
2 Teaspoons Cumin
2 Teaspoons Mustard Seeds
1 1/2 Teaspoons Turmeric
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1 Teaspoon Salt -- or to taste
Black Pepper -- -and/or-
Cayenne Pepper

Place split peas in a saucepan with the water. Cover and bring to a
boil. Lower heat and simmer very slowly, partially covered, until soft
(2 to 2 1/2 hours)

Melt butter in a large skillet. Add garlic, cumin, mustard seeds,
turmeric, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring, over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes.
Add to cooked peas and stir until everything is well mixed. Add salt and
peppers.



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