Yellow Split-Pea Puree

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Title: Yellow Split-Pea Puree
Categories: German, Vegetables
Yield: 6 servings

2 c Yellow split-peas; dry 6 c Stock, broth; or water
1 ea Onion; large, whole 1 ea Carrot; large
1 ea Turnip or parsnip; large 1/8 ts Marjoram; dried
1/8 ts Thyme; dried 1 ts Salt
1 ea Onion; small, minced 2 tb Butter; melted
2 tb Unbleached flour

Presoak peas, if necessary, according to package directions. Drain well,
if presoaked. In a large pot, add water or stock, whole onion, carrot,
turnip or parsnip, marjoram, thyme, and salt. Cook until peas and
vegetables are tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Drain well. Mash peas and
vegetables in blender or press through a sieve. In a small frying pan,
saute the minced onion in butter until lightly browned; blend in flour and
cook about 2 minutes. Add to blended peas and vegetables. Beat until
fluffy and serve hot.

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