Green Garlic And Pea Soup With Whipped Cream

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   ["Cut dark-green tops from green garlic and slice crosswise 1/2"" thick; slice bulbs and pale-green stalks crosswise 1/4"" thick.", "Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add bulbs and stalks, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until beginning to soften, 8-10 minutes. Add tops and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 3 minutes.", "Add 4 cups water to saucepan and bring to a boil. Add peas, reduce heat, and simmer gently until peas are bright green and tender, about 5 minutes.", "Let cool slightly, then puree soup in a blender with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, adding water to thin if needed, until smooth. Strain soup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan, pressing on solids; season with salt and pepper. Reheat briefly (to preserve color) before serving.", "Beat cream with a whisk in a medium bowl to soft peaks; season with salt and pepper. Serve soup with a swirl of whipped cream.", "DO AHEAD:"]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.