Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_fat'], recipe: slice and saute all the vegetales in the olive oil in a large pot. check through the split peas for pebbles and remove. add split peas to the vegetables and saute for 3 minutes. add bay leaf and the water. simmer for about 2 1/2 hours until peas are soft. adjust seasonings.

Target recipe: put the onion in a large non stick saucepan over medium low heat. cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the onion is wilted and translucent. add the garlic, stir and continue to cook for 1 minute. stir in the split peas, then the seasonings, hot sauce and the broth. raise the heat to medium and bring to a boil. reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour, until the soup is fairly thick. remove the cover and stir well before serving.