PEA, LETTUCE AND FENNEL SOUP

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Pea, Lettuce and Fennel Soup image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 small shallots, chopped
1 medium fennel bulb, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 medium head Bibb lettuce, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
One 10-ounce package frozen petite peas (about 2 1/4 cups)
1 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth, plus extra, as needed
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and fennel. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 the teaspoon pepper. Cover the saucepan and cook until almost tender, stirring occasionally, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the lettuce and toss until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Mix in the peas, broth, 1 cup water and fennel seeds. Bring the soup to a boil. Cover; reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the vegetables are just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • In a blender, blend the soup, 1 cup at a time, until smooth. Pour the soup back into the saucepan and keep warm over low heat. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Thin out the soup by adding 1 tablespoon of extra broth at a time, if needed.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and serve.

Haya Sultana
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also very healthy and filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Muhammad Zada
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but this soup was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Lee Stephens
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love the combination of peas, lettuce, and fennel. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Zahra Shah
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I love this soup! It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times, and it's always a hit.


Abul Kashem
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover peas and lettuce. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rose Bhatta
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too thick. I had to add some extra water to thin it out. Other than that, the soup was delicious.


Radamel Onfroy
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better. I would also recommend adding some fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano.


Brook Benge
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also very healthy and filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


spy ninja among us fan moreno
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but this soup was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Fa had ali
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love the combination of peas, lettuce, and fennel. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


OMOR 888 GAMING
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I love this soup! It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times, and it's always a hit.


Mysti Noneyadamnbizness
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This soup was a great way to use up some leftover peas and lettuce. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Savonna Thompson
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too thick. I had to add some extra water to thin it out. Other than that, the soup was delicious.


Abdur Nur
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better. I would also recommend adding some fresh herbs, such as basil or oregano.


Mr Joiya
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I was skeptical about this soup, but I'm glad I tried it! The flavors were surprisingly good together and the soup was very filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rashid Shahzad
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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I used frozen peas and fennel, and it still tasted delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Liz Khayere
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! My family loved the delicate flavors and the creamy texture. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Abdul Hsdi
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This soup was a delight! The combination of flavors from the peas, lettuce, and fennel was unique and delightful. The texture was creamy and smooth, and the soup was very filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healt