Ingredients
1 bag dry split peas, any color
¼ cup fresh carrots
¼ cup instant potato flakes , or any other cookie potato, if potato is raw, peel and cube
4 cups water
1 cup vegetable broth
pinch black pepper
1 cup tender sweet peas juice
½ cup cooked rice , or small pasta
cheese, grated
Preparation
Rinse and soak dry peas in hot water for about 20 minutes.
Look for any rocks or dirt.
Combine all ingredients - except rice or pasta - in large pot.
Cover and bring to a boil.
If using real potato, add now, otherwise wait for the last 5 minutes.
Simmer and cook for about 35-40 minutes half covered, stirring every 15 minutes.
Use a blender or an immersion blender to combine all ingredients.
Add cooked rice or pasta and sprinkle with grated cheese to taste.
