Jerusalem artichokes, also known as sunchokes, are somewhat like crunchy artichoke hearts. In fact, they belong to the tuber family and resemble small potatoes. Look for them in the produce department in the late fall and winter.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
Method
Rinse split peas and lentils thoroughly, then transfer to a large bowl.
Add 6 cups water, cover and set aside to let soak for 8 hours.
Drain well and discard the soaking liquid.
Bring peas and lentils to a boil in 6 cups of fresh water in a medium pot; skim off any foam that accumulates on the surface.
Add caraway seeds, onions, celery and carrots.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 40 minutes.
Add sunchokes, salt and pepper and simmer an additional 10 minutes, until sunchokes are crisp-tender.
Ladle soup into bowls and serve, garnished with sunflower seeds.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
450
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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