Erbsenpuree (Yellow Split-Pea Puree)

Erbsenpuree (Yellow Split-Pea Puree)
Categories: German, Vegetable
Video Games Kitchen And Dining Movies Gifts Yield: 6 servings

2 c Yellow Split-peas; Dry 1/8 t Thyme; Dried
6 c Stock, Broth; Or Water 1 t Salt
1 ea Onion; Large, Whole 1 ea Onion; Small, Minced
1 ea Carrot; Large 2 T Butter; Melted
1 ea Turnip or Parsnip; Large 2 T Unbleached Flour
1/8 t Marjoram; Dried

Presoak peas, if necessary, according to package directions. Drain
well, if presoaked. In a large pot, add water or stock, whole onion,
carrot, turnip or parsnip, marjoram, thyme, and salt. Cook until
peas and vegetables are tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Drain well.
Mash peas and vegetables in blender or press through a sieve. In a
small frying pan, saute the minced onion in butter until lightly
browned; blend in flour and cook about 2 minutes. Add to blended
peas and vegetables. Beat until fluffy and serve hot.