Fresh Pea Soup Recipe
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Fresh Pea Soup

By: Lizz C. 
"This soup is known in France as Potage Saint-Germain, a name that comes from a suburb of Paris where peas used to be cultivated in market gardens. If fresh peas are not available, use frozen peas, but thaw and rinse them before use. Croutons make an excellent garnish!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (55)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
12 Min
Ready In:
17 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 cups fresh shelled green peas
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons whipping cream (optional)

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Cook the shallots until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Pour in the water and peas, season to taste with salt and pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the peas are tender, 12 to 18 minutes.
  2. Puree the peas in a blender or food processor in batches. Strain back into the saucepan, stir in the cream if using, and reheat. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 195 | Total Fat: 10.3g | Cholesterol: 31mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2008 by Julia   view full review
One word: exquisite. I made this recipe to serve 12, and the only changes I made were to use...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2008 by E   view full review
Really liked this! I made a few alterations: Sauteed a clove of garlic in a bit of olive oil,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2007 by hgrether   view full review
This was fantastic! I made a few small changes. I used frozen peas instead of fresh,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 18, 2008 by alisonbydesign   view full review
Served this at a French themed dinner club gathering of 12 people. Added garlic, fresh...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2009 by Mairose   view full review
this was great! I changed a few things about it though: used a regular onion, chopped up and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2009 by RADHIKA GHATAGE   view full review
I added 3-4 spinach leaves for color and half a potato cubed for thickness
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2009 by Fabienne   view full review
I followed the recipe but use frozen peas, half and half, and vegetable broth (made from...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2010 by Mud Mom   view full review
Very good soup! What a nice treat since it is change from the usual split pea soup. I did...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2009 by Dorothy   view full review
I didn't have enough peas so I added broccoli, used low sodium chicken broth, green onions,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2008 by dolores773   view full review
I wasn't wowed by the taste, it was just OK. I used boullion garlic powder and doubled the...

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