Pea and Mint Soup

Ingredients

• 50g crème fraîche
• 250g frozen peas, defrosted
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 pinch of pepper
• 300g potato, mashed
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 tsp SuperValu fresh mint
• 1 tbsp SuperValu olive oil
• 1ltl vegetable stock, warmed

Method

1. In a large saucepan, over medium heat, drizzle the oil and add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 1 - 2 minutes until caramelised.
2. Add the mash potato and stock and bring to the boil. Simmer for 5 - 8 minutes.
3. Next add the peas and bring back to the boil. Simmer for one minute. Remove from the heat and using a food processor, blend the soup to a smooth mixture.
4. Add the crème fraiche and season well. Stir in the fresh mint and serve immediately.