Pea Soup with Smoked Tofu Croutons

Ingredients

• 1 lb Split Peas
• 8 cups Vegetable Broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 stalks Celery
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1 leaf Bay Leaf
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Pepper
• 0.5 lb Firm Tofu
• 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Instructions

1. 1Rinse Split Peas: Rinse split peas thoroughly.
2. 2Sauté Vegetables: Sauté diced onion, carrots, and celery until softened. Add garlic and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute.
3. 3Simmer Soup: Add split peas, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until peas are tender.
4. 4Prepare Tofu Croutons: Dice tofu into small cubes. Toss with soy sauce and olive oil.
5. 5Bake Croutons: Bake tofu croutons in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6Serve Soup: Remove bay leaf from soup. Blend soup if desired. Serve hot, topped with smoked tofu croutons.

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