Instructions

  1. Place split peas in a saucepan with 5 cups of water.
  2. Cover and bring to boil.
  3. Lower heat and simmer very slowly, partially covered until soft (2-2/12 hours) Melt butter in large skillet.
  4. Add crushed garlic, cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, and cinnamon.
  5. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for 3 minutes.
  6. Add cooked peas and stir until everything is well mixed.
  7. Keep stirring and cooking as you gradually add an additional 1/2 cup water.
  8. You want a creamy consistency but not soup.
  9. Add salt, black and red peppers.
  10. Cook and stir another 5 minutes over low heat.
  11. Serve hot.