Although split peas should not need soaking unless they are old, it doesn't hurt to presoak. You could put them in water and in refrigerator in the morning and then cook later. Just make sure not to add anything with acid (lemon, tomatoes, vinegar and such) until after the peas are done. Acids slow down the softening of the peas.
split peas
Date: 2011-01-04 04:00 am (UTC)