Yellow Split Pea Dal

Directions

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