Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour

1. Wash the split peas; place in a pot, cover with water and bring to a boil.
2. Add the onion wedges, a pinch of salt and 65 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil; reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour until the peas break down and form a thick purée.
3. Remove from the heat; put through a food mill or use a blender.
4. Correct the seasoning with salt; add the lemon juice, minced onion and remaining olive oil. Serve with country bread.