Split Pea, Pear & Mixed Spice

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
• 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped
• 2

Heat a pot on a medium-low heat and add the oil or butter. Fry the onion and garlic for 5–10 minutes until they soften slightly.

Add the pear and carrots to the pot along with the split peas and mixed spice. Give it all a stir.

Pour in 1.3 litres of boiling water, crumble in the sto