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Green Pea Puree
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Adapted from Susan Spungen's Recipes: A Collection for the Modern Cook
Oprah.com  |  Published on January 01, 2006
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Green Pea Puree
 "Just about any vegetable can be transformed into a smooth pureed soup," says Susan Spungen. Besides this Green Pea Puree, also try her Wild Mushroom Bisque, Sweet Corn Puree or Butternut Squash Bisque!

Servings: Serves 4–6

Ingredients:

Green Pea Puree
  • 3 medium leeks (white and light green parts only)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 shallots , thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic , chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 3 tablespoons fresh herbs such as tarragon, chervil, or thyme
  • 4 cups fresh shelled peas or 2 packages (10 ounces) frozen peas , thawed and drained
  • 3 cups canned chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream , optional
Directions:

Slice leeks in half lengthwise and then into 1/4-inch slices. Transfer to a large bowl of cold water and let soak for a few minutes to let any sand sink to bottom of bowl. Using a slotted spoon, scoop out leeks, place in a sieve, and rinse well. Repeat if necessary with a fresh bowl of water and set aside.

Heat butter in a 4-quart saucepot over medium heat. Add leeks, shallots, garlic, and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are transparent, about 8 minutes. Add 2 Tbsp. fresh herbs and cook 30 seconds.

Add peas and 3 cups stock and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 10 minutes. Turn off heat and let soup cool slightly, about 8 minutes.

Using a standard or immersion blender, puree the soup. If using a standard blender, puree in small batches to prevent spillage. Add remaining tablespoon of herbs with last batch. Transfer to a clean pot or storage container; soup can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.

To serve, reheat soup. Add milk and stir well. Use additional milk or stock if soup is too thick; simmer 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.

From the November 2005 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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