Vegan Split Pea Soup

Vegan Split Pea Soup

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced into small pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 5 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
  • 1 lb. dried split peas rinsed
  • 4 slices of white sandwich bread cut into 1/2 inch cubes (can substitute gluten free bread)

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
  • Add bread and cook until golden and crisp. Toss to ensure no burning. About 4-5 minutes.
  • Drain croutons on paper towel and set aside.
  • In same pot, add additional oil and heat.
  • Add onion, garlic, cumin and celery.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Saute until onion and celery softens. About 6-8 minutes.
  • Add broth, 4 cups water and split peas and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer.
  • Cover pot and cook until peas are tender and soup thickens. About 35-45 minutes.
  • Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
  • When serving, stir in parsley and top with homemade croutons.
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