Minted Split And Fresh Pea Soup
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Beans
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 5
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     3/4  cup           split peas -- dried
   3      cups          water
   1      package       peas -- frozen, thawed, 10
                        -- oz
   3      tablespoons   mint -- fresh, chopped
     1/2  teaspoon      salt -- or to taste
     1/8  teaspoon      pepper -- or to taste
 

Preparation:

Place split peas and water in a saucepan over med. heat. Simmer until tender, about 30 min. Add peas and continue simmering until they are cooked, 6 - 7 min. Cool slightly. Place peas, water, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Serve hot or chill and serve. Serving Ideas : Wonderful served chilled in summer.