Vegan Split Pea Soup

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Vegan Split Pea Soup

Cook and Prep Time: 45-60 minutes

Serves: 6-8

You Need

• 2-2 ½ cups Split Peas
• 1 Yellow Onion, diced
• 2-3 Carrots, diced
• 2-3 Celery Stalks, diced
• 6-8 cloves Garlic, sliced
• 1 Leek, sliced
• 3 Yukon Gold Potatoes
• 5-6 cups Vegetable Stock (add more if needed)
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 1 t Ground Cumin
• 2 t Ground Coriander
• 1 t Dried Thyme
• 1 t Smoked Paprika
• 2 t Garlic Powder
• Salt & Pepper, to taste

For Garnish

• Chopped Parsley
• Nutritional Yeast
• Lemon Wedge

DIRECTIONS

1. Rinse and chop the produce accordingly. 
2. Set a large pot to medium-high heat.  Once hot, add the leeks, onions, carrots, celery, potatoes, and garlic.  Cook for 6-7 minutes, adding water if needed.  Cook until the onion has browned.
3. Add the split peas, spices, vegetable stock, and bay leaf.  Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.  Cover and cook for about 40-50 minutes, until the peas have softened.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve with roasted potatoes and garnish as you like.  Enjoy!