Creamy Pea Soup (Printable version)

Velvety green pea soup with fresh herbs and cream for a smooth, flavorful dish.

# List of ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 garlic clove, minced
04 - 4 cups (about 5 ounces) frozen or fresh green peas

→ Liquids

05 - 3 cups vegetable broth
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

→ Garnish

10 - Extra cream or crème fraîche for swirling (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened without browning.
02 - Incorporate the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in the peas and cook for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
04 - Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 8 to 10 minutes, until peas are tender.
05 - Remove from heat and blend the mixture until completely smooth using an immersion blender or by processing in batches with a stand blender.
06 - Stir in the heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Reheat gently without boiling if necessary.
07 - Ladle the soup into bowls, swirl with extra cream or crème fraîche if desired, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in half an hour but tastes like you simmered it all day.
  • The vibrant green color makes even the grayest day feel a little brighter.
  • Its naturally sweet from the peas, so even picky eaters ask for seconds.
02 -
  • Dont brown the onion, it adds a bitter edge that clashes with the sweet peas.
  • Always blend off the heat to avoid steam pressure building up and making a mess.
  • If the soup is too thick after blending, thin it with a splash of broth or water instead of more cream.
03 -
  • Use frozen peas straight from the freezer, no need to thaw and they keep their color better.
  • Blend longer than you think you need to, that extra minute makes it restaurant smooth.
  • Taste before serving, peas vary in sweetness and you might need more salt than expected.

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