Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

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Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

 

 

 

From The Crockery Cook by Mable Hoffman

 

 

 

Serves 8

 

 

 

1 pound dried split peas

 

1 leek -- rinsed & chopped

 

2 ribs celery -- chopped

 

1 potato -- peeled & chopped

 

1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic

 

7 cups hot water

 

2 bay leaves

 

1/4 cup chopped parsley

 

1 teaspoon oregano

 

salt & pepper to taste

 

chopped parsley for garnish

 

 

 

In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low 7 to 8 hours.

Remove bay leaves at end of cooking time.

 

 

 

If you like a smoother consistency, puree in a blender or food processor with

metal blade.

 

 

 

Serve soup in individual bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley

 

 

 

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