Dahl




 * 1 1/2 c moong or urhad dal or yellow split peas
 * 4 c water
 * 1 tsp salt

Cook split peas in water and walt until all is very soft and most of the water is absorbed. Stir often.
 * 3 Tbl butter
 * 1 tsp cumin seeds
 * 1 tsp ground turmeric
 * 1/2 inch stick cinnamon
 * 1/4 tsp cayenne (we use about 1/4 of 1/4)
 * 1/4 tsp ground ginger
 * 1/4 ground coriander
 * 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
 * 6 whole cloves

Heat butter, add spices & stir them around fro a few minutes until the seeds start to pop.

Pour spices in dal and let simmer 'til desired consistency.