Creamy Pea Soup With Mint

1. 1

   Soak the peas in cold water overnight.

2. 2

   Wash and drain the peas and set aside.

3. 3

   Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.

4. 4

   Fry the bacon until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.

5. 5

   Gently fry the onion in the same pan with the bacon fat until soft.

6. 6

   Add the peas, stock, ham bone and some of the mint, saving some for later.

7. 7

   Bring to the boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 45 minutes. The peas should begin to break up as they soften.

8. 8

   Adjust the seasoning, remove the mint stalks and ham bone.

9. 9

   Add the remaining mint leaves, according to taste, and saving a little for garnish, and blend until smooth.

10. 10

    Gently heat the bacon in the microwave and sprinkle onto the soup. Garnish with black pepper, remaining mint leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.