Yellow Split-Pea Puree

* Exported from MasterCook *

Yellow Split-Pea Puree

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : German Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 Cups Yellow Split-peas; Dry
6 Cups Water
1 Onion; Large, Whole
1 Carrot; Large
1 Turnip
1/8 Teaspoon Marjoram; Dried
1/8 Teaspoon Thyme; Dried
1 Teaspoon Salt
1 Onion; Small, Minced
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Unbleached Flour

Presoak peas, if necessary, according to package directions. Drain well, if
presoaked. In a large pot, add water or stock, whole onion, carrot, turnip or
parsnip, marjoram, thyme, and salt. Cook until peas and vegetables are tender,
about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Drain well. Mash peas and vegetables in blender or
press through a sieve. In a small frying pan, saute the minced onion in butter
until lightly browned; blend in flour and cook about 2 minutes. Add to blended
peas and vegetables. Beat until fluffy and serve hot.



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