Fava Split Pea Puree

Ingredients

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• 1 1/2 cups yellow split peas
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 5 cups water

Let’s make it

1. Rinse the split peas. Put them in a pot with onion, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and water.
2. Bring to a boil, then simmer 35 to 40 minutes until very soft, skimming if needed.
3. Remove the bay leaf and mash or blend until smooth.
4. Stir in olive oil and lemon juice.
5. Serve warm or at room temperature.