Vegan Split Pea Soup II

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 carrot, chopped

1 stalk celery, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 cup yellow split peas

4 cups water

1 teaspoon salt

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Cook and stir carrot, onion, celery and curry for about 5 minutes. Add the water, peas and salt. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 to 50 minutes, or until very thick.