Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 cup yellow split peas
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Cook and stir carrot, onion, celery and curry for about 5 minutes. Add the water, peas and salt. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 to 50 minutes, or until very thick.