Vegan "Not" Pea Soup

Ok, so this really is Split Pea Soup but we call it "Not" Pea Soup in our house because the kiddo says he doesn't like peas.  Although he happily gobbles up this soup no problem.  Eh- what he doesn't know won't hurt him!

This dish is super easy to make, cheap, filling and healthy.  Wow, now that's a winner in my book!

Not Pea Soup

1 medium onion, diced

After blending- SO good!

6 cloves garlic, diced
3-4 carrots, diced
3 small to medium potatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon oregano
salt & pepper
8 cups veggie or chicken broth
1 bag dried split peas


Umm...hello!?!  How simple is that ingredient list!

Step 1:

Saute onions, garlic and carrots for approx 10 minutes.  Add in oregano and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 2:

Add in potatoes, veggie broth and dried split peas.  Cook on low boil until the peas are done- about 1 hour.

Step 3:

Blend with your immersion blender until smooth.  Here's a secret tip for you all- I pull out a couple large spoonful of the peas before blending.  I also reserve about 1/2 cup of the diced potatoes.  Then, when you're done blending- add these back in and cook for another 10 minutes.  This way you'll have a few chunky pieces in your soup- which the husband loves!

So yeah- how easy was that?

This soup will make enough for 4 hungry people with leftovers the next day.  Amazing!!!!