Mediterranean Split Pea Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups yellow split peas
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 small onion, very finely chopped
1 garlic clove, coarsely chopped
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
salt & pepper
chopped oregano (to garnish)
savory biscuit, for serving

Preparation

Rinse the split peas under running cold water.
Put in medium-sized pan and add the coarsely chopped onion, the garlic and plenty of cold water.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes or until very tender.
Drain, reserving some of the cooking liquid, and put in a food processor or blender.
Add 5 tablespoons of the oil and process until smooth.
If the mixture seems too dry, add enough of the reserved liquid to form a smooth, thick puree. (If you don't have a food processor you can mash the spilt peas with a fork in a bowl).
Add the oregano and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Turn the mixture into a serving bowl and sprinkle with the finely chopped onion and extra oregano, if desired.
Drizzle over the remaining oil.
Serve warm or cold with savory biscuits.