Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Split Pea Soup at High Altitude

Ha this one's not allergenic to start with! Just check for allergens in your chicken broth.
Cook time is for high altitude (5000ft); lower elevations may need less time & higher elevations may need more.

Combine in a large pot:

1 lb (about 2 cups) split peas
1/2 onion, chopped (1/2 cup or a little more)
1 carrot, sliced
7 cups water (*or seasoned chicken broth, omit soup base below)
* 2 Tbsp "Better Than Bouillon" chicken base paste (contains corn, soy, and dairy) OR enough instant bouillon for 5-6 cups water (not 7) - but check for allergens!!

Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Turn heat to medium, cover with tilted lid so steam can escape, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Bite into a large pea to check if it's done. When peas are soft to your liking, the soup is done, or as I prefer, you can puree some or all of it with a blender. I use an immersion stick blender and leave it a little lumpy

No comments: