Split Peas Vinaigrette Recipe
Ingredients
1 16-ounce package dry yellow split peas
7 1/2 cups water
Salt
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup olive or salad oil
1/3 cup red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 teaspoon pepper
Directions
1. Rinse split peas in running cold water and discard any stones or shriveled peas.
2. In 4-quart saucepan over high heat, heat peas, water, and 2 teaspoons salt to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 45 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
3. In bowl, mix onion, remaining ingredients, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add split peas and toss to coat well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
2. In 4-quart saucepan over high heat, heat peas, water, and 2 teaspoons salt to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 45 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
3. In bowl, mix onion, remaining ingredients, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add split peas and toss to coat well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.