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Greek Split Peas With Tomato Sauce

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Ingredients

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1 cup yellow split peas, picked over and rinsed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, plus
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons capers, rinsed and drained

Nutritional information

238.8
Calories
47 g
Calories From Fat
5.3 g
Total Fat
0.8 g
Saturated Fat
0 mg
Cholesterol
117 mg
Sodium
36.9 g
Carbs
14.3 g
Dietary Fiber
7.7 g
Sugars
13.3 g
Protein
626g
Serving Size

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Greek Split Peas With Tomato Sauce

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    I actually preferred this warm. The tomato sauce was a nice change from the usual and I never would have considered putting it over split peas.

    • 95 min
    • Serves 3
    • Easy

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    Greek Split Peas With Tomato Sauce, The simple mezze below combines yellow split peas that are cooked down to a velvety, polenta-like texture, seasoned with oregano, then topped with a cinnamon-touched tomato and onion sauce Points 5 , I actually preferred this warm The tomato sauce was a nice change from the usual and I never would have considered putting it over split peas , The simple mezze below combines yellow split peas that are cooked down to a velvety, polenta-like texture, seasoned with oregano, then topped with a cinnamon-touched tomato and onion sauce Points 5


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    Steps

    1
    Done

    Place Split Peas in a Deep Saucepan.

    2
    Done

    Add Cold Water to Cover Peas by at Least 2 Inches.

    3
    Done

    Bring to a Boil Over Medium-High Heat.

    4
    Done

    Reduce Heat to a Simmer and Cook Gently 45 to 50 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally With a Wooden Spoon, Until Peas Are Soft and Almost Dry.

    5
    Done

    (add 1/4 Cup Water, If Needed, to Keep Peas from Sticking.)

    6
    Done

    When Peas Are Soft, Stir in Oregano and 1 Teaspoons Oil.

    7
    Done

    Season to Taste With Salt and Pepper.

    8
    Done

    Transfer to a Wide, Shallow Dish.

    9
    Done

    While Split Peas Are Cooking, Make the Sauce.

    10
    Done

    Heat Remaining Oil in a Medium Non-Stick Skillet Over Medium-High Heat.

    11
    Done

    Saut Onion Until Golden, About 6 Minutes.

    12
    Done

    Stir in Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, Cinnamon, Bay Leaf and 1/4 Cup Water.

    13
    Done

    Simmer Until Tomatoes Break Down, About 10 Minutes.

    14
    Done

    Remove Bay Leaf.

    15
    Done

    Mix in Vinegar and Capers.

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