Yellow Split Pea Soup

Grrrrrgh!
Course : Soups
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4 - 6
 

Ingredients:

1 Pound Yellow Split Peas
8 Cups Water
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
6 Large Garlic Cloves -- crushed
2 Teaspoons Cumin
2 Teaspoons Mustard Seeds
1 1/2 Teaspoons Turmeric
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1 Teaspoon Salt -- or to taste
1 Teaspoon Black Pepper -- -and/or-
1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
 

Preparation:

Place split peas in a saucepan with the water. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer very slowly, partially covered, until soft (2 to 2 1/2 hours) Melt butter in a large skillet. Add garlic, cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring, over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes. Add to cooked peas and stir until everything is well mixed. Add salt and peppers.