Creamy Pea Soup

Dive into the comforting flavors of this creamy pea soup, a delightful dish perfect for a cozy meal. With a harmonious blend of vibrant green peas and a touch of smooth sour cream, this hearty soup is complemented by the luxurious touch of a boiled egg and the crunch of savory croutons. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, it's an ideal choice for those seeking comfort in a bowl.

Ingredients

🧅 0.5 onion, chopped (Brand: Not visible)
🧄 1 garlic clove, crushed (Brand: Not visible)
🌻 1 tablespoon rapeseed oil (Brand: Not visible)
🌿 300g frozen green peas (Brand: Not visible)
💧 3.5 dl water (Brand: Not applicable)
🥣 1 vegetable broth cube (Brand: Not visible)
🥛 1 dl sour cream (Brand: Not visible)
🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt (Brand: Not visible, generic shaker)
🧄 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (Brand: Not visible, generic grinder with blue top)
🥚 1 boiled egg, halved (Brand: Not visible)
🍞 1 cup diced bread for croutons (Brand: Not visible)

Instructions

1- Heat Oil:

• Heat the rapeseed oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.

2- Sauté Aromatics:

• Add the chopped onion and crushed garlic.
• Fry until they become translucent and fragrant.

3- Cook Peas:

• Stir in the frozen green peas, water, and vegetable broth cube.
• Allow the mixture to come to a simmer, cooking for about 3 minutes until the peas are tender.

4- Blend Soup:

• Carefully transfer the mixture into a blender.
• Blend until smooth and uniform in consistency.

5- Reheat and Add Cream:

• Pour the blended pea soup back into the pan.
• Stir in the sour cream.

6- Season:

• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Blend briefly again if needed to fully incorporate the sour cream.

7- Serve:

• Serve the hot pea soup in a white soup bowl.
• Garnish with crispy croutons and a halved boiled egg.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Equipment: Non-stick frying pan (Brand: Not visible), Induction cooktop (Brand: Not visible), Spatula, slotted (Brand: Not visible), Measuring cup (Brand: Not visible), Measuring jug, clear glass (Brand: Not visible), Blender/food processor (Brand: Not visible), Soup bowl, white (Brand: Not visible), Salt shaker, white (Brand: Not visible), Pepper grinder, blue top (Brand: Not visible)

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the peas are simmered only until just tender to retain their vibrant color.
• For a richer soup, consider adding a bit more sour cream or a splash of cream before serving.

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Creamy Pea Soup