3/4 c  Dried split peas
2 tb Margarine
1 md Onion, chopped
1 c  Carrots, chopped
1 c  Turnip, chopped
2 c  Vegetable stock
Salt & pepper to taste

Wash peas and soak them overnight in cold water, or in
hot water for one hour. Drain them and set aside.
Heat the butter in a saucepan and saute the onion
until light brown. Add the carrots and turnip and
continue cooking 5 mins. Add the peas and veg stock,
and stir well. Cover the pan, bring to a boil, and
simmer 1 – 1 1/2 hours until the peas are really
tender. Stir occasionally, and add water if necessary.
Season to taste.