CREAM OF GREEN PEA SOUP WITH FRESH MINT

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Found this recipe a few years back when I was desperately trying to use up a surplus of frozen green peas. This soup recipe is perfect for a light and lazy summer meal and quick to prepare. Garnish each serving with a mint leaf if desired.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 cup finely minced celery & leaves
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 cups frozen green peas
1 cup chopped romaine lettuce or 1 cup mixed greens
1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup vegetable stock
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped (NOT dried)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
salt
white pepper
1 dash freshly ground nutmeg
1/2 cup real sour cream
1/2 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Saute onion, celery and garlic in the olive oil for a few minutes until vegetables soften.
  • Add frozen peas, lettuce and broth. Heat until very hot but not boiling, then add milk, reduce heat and simmer covered 15 minutes.
  • After 15 minutes, transfer the soup mixture into a blender (or use an immersion blender), add the mint and parsley and process until smooth.
  • Stir in the salt and white pepper, nutmeg, sour cream and butter. Blend soup mixture well by hand. Heat through and serve with a smile.

Woli Bughatti
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This is a great recipe! The soup was easy to make and it turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Helen Ajefu
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I'm not a big fan of green pea soup, but this recipe was really good. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the fresh mint added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Samul Howlader
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the fresh mint flavor. It's so easy to make too.


adeloye ekundayo
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the peas are cooked perfectly. I love that it's so easy to make too.


Pujan Mahato
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This is my new favorite soup! It's so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love the creamy texture and the fresh mint flavor.


Preston Jackson
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Sam Shuster
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This soup was a hit with my family! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the peas are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Yaa Lynn
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I'm not a big fan of green pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and creamy, and the fresh mint adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Ugochinyere Vincent
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5 stars! This soup is delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


moona selfie
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I love green pea soup, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing. The soup is creamy, flavorful, and the peas are perfectly cooked.


Olamilekan Nuraen
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My family loves this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the fresh mint adds a delightful touch. I will definitely be making this again.


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