Try this simple, satisfying pea soup with yellow split peas in place of the customary green variety. Smoked paprika stands in for traditional bacon or ham and adds a subtle heat. Leftovers freeze well.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
Method
Heat a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, celery and carrots, and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.
Add water, as needed, to prevent burning.
Add garlic, turmeric, chile flakes, thyme, bay leaf, peas, potato, salt and 4 cups water.
Cover, bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
Simmer until split peas are completely soft and falling apart, about 1 hour.
Remove bay leaf and purée soup with an upright or immersion blender.
Stir in smoked paprika and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
about 1 cup
Calories
150
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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