Perfect Pea Soup (For All the Men in My Life, and the Women Too)

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1-2 tablespoon oil
• 2-4 celery ribs, chopped
• 4-6 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 1/2 cups yellow split peas (less muddy tasting than green, and it makes for a lovely, elegant soup. If you are particularly fond)
• 9-12 cups water
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   In a large soup pot, saute onions until soft.

2. 2

   Add carrots and celery, and let cook a few more minutes.

3. 3

   Add peas, mix, and let cook about 2-3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add water, cover, bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to simmer. Cook until it reaches the desired thickness, at least 90 minutes, or up to 6 hours (this soup is VERY forgiving).

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Can be garnished with croutons or seeds, or served with a crusty bread. Or not. Just remember to breathe deeply and enjoy the quiet.