I discovered split green peas long after I left India. While you can find many variations of yellow split peas there, the green ones were not as common or as popular as they are in this country. Here ...

Last week, I was sitting around the dinner table with a handful of chefs, all of whom were discussing the great food debate of the moment: Is our obsession with pig waning? Is pork overrated? Is there ...

People are often surprised when I tell them the most-popular spots at The Purple Onion are the herb-and-spice rack and the bean counter. It makes sense to me, though, because the beans are great, ...

Split pea soup was a favorite of mine during my college days. It was inexpensive, filling and straightforward to prepare — a satisfying soup for cold days and evenings. This update incorporates crispy ...

This legume is often overlooked in everyday recipes, but it is packed with so many nutrients and health benefits. Here are ...

"Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds, cover and cook until they pop, one minute." Now that I read the instructions outside of my kitchen, the directions certainly are ...

This split pea soup gets its velvety texture from its rich beginning (butter) and ending (cream). The soup is vegetarian by nature, but its ingredient list can be easily tweaked for vegan diners by ...

People love making pea soup for the warmth and comfort that the dish provides, but many home cooks get hung up on what kind ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This split pea soup gets its velvety texture from its rich beginning (butter) and ending (cream). The soup is vegetarian by nature ...