Spring Green Pea Soup

Summary

After a long winter spring is finally here. I think the best way to celebrate is with the vegetable symbol of the season: the spring pea. I like fresh peas for this recipe, but when unable to find them, frozen works beautifully.

Recipe Details

Serves: 12
Difficulty: Easy
Prep: 5 Minutes
Cook: 30 Minutes
Budget: $11-25

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small onion, peeled and diced
1 leek, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 Cup Dry White Wine
2 Liters Chicken Broth
2 Small Potatoes Cut up Small
1 Large Bag Green Peas Frozen
1 Teaspoon salt
1/2 Teaspoon Black pepper
1 Tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
12 grilled shrimp
Whipping Cream 35% in a plastic squirt botttle

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Directions

1. Heat pot. Add oil and butter and wait for butter to foam.
2. Add onion, leek and a pinch of salt. Cook until translucent, and then add the garlic.
3. Once garlic becomes fragrant, turn up heat and add dry white wine. When smell of wine disappears, add the warm chicken stock and the potatoes. Bring to a simmer and let simmer until potatoes are cooked.
4. Add the peas and cook until heated through, approx. 1 minute. Remove from heat and blend with immersion blender.
5. Garnish with some drops and swirls of whipping cream, one Spanish Grilled Shrimp, chopped chives, and enjoy!

Serve With

• Spanish Grilled Shrimp