Split Pea Soup

Ingredients:

Soup:

• 16 oz. dried split peas
• 2 cups of chopped carrots
• 2 cups of chopped celery
• 1 cup of diced white potato (approx. 1 large potato)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups water
• 1 1/2 tbs olive oil
• 1 cup onion, chopped

Spices:

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp ground coriander
• 1/3 tsp garlic powder or 2 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 tsp curry powder
• salt & pepper to taste
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
• 1 pinch cinnamon

Other:

• 1 cup coconut milk
• grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Wash and drain the peas.
2. Add peas, water, and vegetable broth to a pot and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.
3. Saute the onions in the olive oil at medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add all spices. Saute 2 more minutes.
4. Add onion & spice mixture to soup, along with the chopped carrots, celery, and coconut milk.
5. Simmer for 30 minutes.
6. Add salt & pepper to taste.
7. Top with a little bit of shredded Parmesan cheese, freshly ground pepper, and enjoy!