Spinach And Split Pea Soup

1. 1

   Soak split peas overnight.

2. 2

   Put split peas, spinach, watercress if available, parsley, onion and tomatoes in a pot with water or stock. (Using home-made stock makes all the difference--gives the soup body and depth.) Bring to the boil.

3. 3

   Cover and simmer over low heat for approximately 1 hour.

4. 4

   Blend using immersion blender.

5. 5

   Stir in lemon juice. Have sour cream (or creme fraiche if you're in France) and tabasco sauce available for guests to add to taste at table.

6. 6

   I serve this with Cous-cous Corn Bread... refer to that recipe!

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