Easy Indian Stew

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 1/2 tablespoons curry

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 cloves garlic

2 teaspoons grated ginger

1 pound yellow split peas

6 cups water

3/4 pound red bliss potatoes, quartered

2 cups frozen green peas

2 tablespoons cream of coconut

Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Directions

In a saucepan, heat oil on high. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, curry, cinnamon, salt, garlic, and ginger and cook for just 2 minutes.

Transfer the onion mixture to a 4-quart slow cooker. Stir in the split peas, water, and potatoes. Heat on low for 8 to 9 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, depending on your schedule. About 15 minutes before you're ready to serve, stir in the green peas and cream of coconut. Spoon into bowls; sprinkle on cilantro, if desired.