Minted Pea Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   In a 3-quart saucepan bring broth to a boil.
2. 2
   Add 2 cups peas, mint, and butter to broth and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, or until peas are tender.
3. 3
   In a blender puree mixture until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids) and pour through a fine sieve into cleaned pan.
4. 4
   Add remaining 1/4 cup peas and simmer until peas are just tender, about 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Season sauce with salt and pepper.