Cold Minted Pea Soup

Name: Cold Minted Pea Soup
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 cups finely chopped washed Boston lettuce leaves; 2 cups water; 1 package (10 ounces) thawed frozen tiny peas; 1/4 cup (packed) washed mint leaves; 2 cups ice water or heavy cream; 1/4 cup snipped chives; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Plain yogurt for garnish, optional

10 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cups finely chopped washed Boston lettuce leaves
2 cups water
1 package (10 ounces) thawed frozen tiny peas
1/4 cup (packed) washed mint leaves
2 cups ice water or heavy cream
1/4 cup snipped chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Plain yogurt for garnish, optional

Directions

1

In a saucepan heat the olive oil.
2

When hot, add the onion, cover and simmer gently for about 3 to 4 minutes or until tender.
3

Add the lettuce and stir just until wilted.
4

Add the 2 cups of water and peas and bring just to a boil and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
5

Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
6

Puree through a food mill or in a food processor with the mint, then add enough ice water or cream to thin to the desired consistency.
7

Chill until serving time.
8

Before serving, adjust the seasoning and serve garnished with chives and yogurt if you wish.