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Title: Cooking split peas
Post by: the annoyed thyroid on November 01, 2012, 10:44:05 am

I have a delicious soup recipe I want to convert to my Thermomix that calls for split peas. Basically, the split peas are boiled and then seasoned with garlic and spices. I have only cooked red lentils in my thermie, and wondered if anyone had any ideas about the time it would need to cook green/yellow split peas?

Title: Re: Cooking split peas
Post by: judydawn on November 01, 2012, 10:52:06 am

TAT, split peas - rinse and remove grit, cook 10 mins, remove froth and cook for an additional 15 mins with MC off.  215g yields 460g when cooked.

It is preferable to use the basket for the recommended time at 90^oC on speed 2-3 to cook pulses.  Ensure water is placed in the bowl.  If you are cooking a larger amount cook directly in the TM bowl at 90^oC/reverse/speed 1.  If cooking longer than 35 mins check the water and add if required.

These instructions are printed in A Taste of Vegetarian.

Title: Re: Cooking split peas
Post by: the annoyed thyroid on November 02, 2012, 11:46:47 am

Thanks heaps Judy. I'm going to give it a try and I'll let you know how I go  ;)

Sammie