Curried Split Pea Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Add the onions, apples, garlic and ginger and saute over medium-low heat until tender but not brown.
3. 3
   Stir in curry powder, cumin and mustard seed.
4. 4
   Stir in split peas, add seven cups of the water, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for about one hour, or a little longer, until the peas are tender.
5. 5
   Stir in another cup or so of water that will give the soup the proper consistency.
6. 6
   Puree the soup in one or more batches in a food processor.
7. 7
   The texture can be more or less smooth, according to your taste.
8. 8
   If necessary add additional water.
9. 9
   Return the soup to the saucepan, add the lime juice and check the seasonings.
10. 10
    Reheat and serve with a dollop of yogurt spooned into the center of each serving.