PEA SOUP WITH PANCETTA AND CROUTONS

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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     soups and stews, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 pound pancetta, cut into tiny cubes
1 clove garlic, mashed
1 leek, trimmed and chopped
4 cups shelled peas
2 cups chicken broth
Kosher or sea salt
1 tablespoon sliced chives
1 tablespoon chopped tarragon
Juice of 1 lemon
1 slice day-old bread, toasted
Extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Spread the pancetta over the base of a medium soup pan and place over medium-low heat. Cook, rendering the fat, until browned on the edges, about 5 minutes. Remove to a paper-towel lined plate. Pour off all but a thin coating of fat. Return to medium heat, and add the garlic and leek. Cook until soft on the edges. Add the peas, broth and 2 cups of water. Season with salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until the peas are just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and stir in the chives and tarragon. Let steep for 5 minutes. Ladle the soup in small batches into a blender and purée until smooth (because it is hot, turn the blender on low and hold the lid on tight). Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a little lemon juice to sharpen the flavor. Meanwhile, break the bread into small croutons and toss in a bowl with olive oil, just to coat. Ladle soup into bowls and top each bowl with a little pancetta and a few croutons.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 359, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 800 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tayyab mehmood Tayyab mehmood
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I'm allergic to gluten, so I used gluten-free bread to make the croutons. The soup was still delicious!


Jurnee Carter
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This soup was a great way to use up leftover ham. I added some diced ham to the soup, and it was delicious.


jeweliette coyle
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I made this soup in a slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. It was so easy, and the soup was delicious.


Zac Garbos
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less pancetta next time.


William Robertson
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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.


Tunisha Ballah
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Reggie Myers
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I'm not a big fan of pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It was creamy and flavorful, and the pancetta and croutons added a nice touch.


Charles Shillington
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This pea soup was delicious! The pancetta gave it a nice smoky flavor, and the croutons were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Ras Strika Music
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I made this soup for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I highly recommend this recipe.


Jihad Hosen
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This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I used frozen peas, and it still turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Sophy Mmako
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the soup turned out great. It was creamy and flavorful, and the pancetta and croutons added a nice crunch.


Nek bencho teri maa ki a an
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This pea soup was a hit with my family! The pancetta added a delicious smoky flavor, and the croutons were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this soup again.