Name: Pea and Mint Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, chopped and rinsed well; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 sprigs fresh mint; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives; 1 pound frozen baby peas; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup crème fraîche, for garnish; 1 tablespoon heavy cream, for garnish; Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Pea and Mint Soup

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When I’m serving a fancy, multicourse dinner, I like to serve a palate-cleansing soup in between big courses, and this Pea and Mint Soup is one of my go-to favorites. If you grow your own mint, now’s the time for it to shine!

Author: Addie Gundry
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Soups

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large leek, white and light green parts only, chopped and rinsed well
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 sprigs fresh mint
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
1 pound frozen baby peas
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup crème fraîche, for garnish
1 tablespoon heavy cream, for garnish
Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

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Instructions

In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the leek and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the broth, lemon juice, mint sprigs, and chives. Bring to a boil.
Add the peas, return to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the soup cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove the mint sprigs with a slotted spoon. Transfer the soup to a blender or blend directly in the pot using an immersion blender and puree until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper. The soup can be served hot or cold. If serving cold, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Ladle the soup into bowls. Mix the crème fraîche with the cream, then dollop it on top of the soup, swirl it around, and top it with some chives.

Find it online: https://foodgardening.mequoda.com/recipe/pea-and-mint-soup/