Split Pea Soup with Tofu
Description
This thick and creamy soup is perfect to warm you up on a rainy day, and the ingredients are very simple.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 white onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, pressed
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4 small red potatoes, diced
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1 cup peeled, diced carrots
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1 pound dry green split peas
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4 cups vegetable broth
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1 (16 ounce) package soft tofu
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1 (6 ounce) bag fresh spinach, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon dried basil
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until tender.
2
In a large pot, mix the onion mixture, potatoes, carrots, and split peas. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour.
3
In a blender or food processor, blend the tofu and spinach until creamy, and mix into the pot. Season with basil, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking 1 hour. If the soup becomes too thick, add water. Serve hot and enjoy.