8 Servings
1 tablespoon acceptable margarine
1/2 cup diced onions
4 cups cold
water
1 cup green split peas
1 carrot, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1
teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2
teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup chopped parsley
In a large saucepan over medium high heat, combine margarine and onion.
Cook
onion until lightly browned. Add water, peas, carrots, celery and seasonings.
Cover,
reduce heat and simmer 1 hour or until peas are tender, stirring occasionally.
Process
soup in a blender. Sprinkle parsley on top and serve immediately.
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 Calories from Fat 21
Percent Total Calories
From:
Fat 12% Protein 21% Carb. 68%
Nutrient Amount per Serving Value
Total Fat 2 g 4%
Saturated Fat 0 g 2%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 326 mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 30 g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4 g 16%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 9 g
Vitamin A 68% Vitamin C 46% Calcium 0% Iron 23%
