Pureed Spinach and Sweet Pea Soup with Fresh Mint C

Name: Pureed Spinach and Sweet Pea Soup with Fresh Mint Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 big yellow onions, coarsely chopped; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cloves fresh garlic coarsely chopped; 2 (10-ounce) bag (or the equivalent) fresh spinach, rinsed; 2 1/2 cups frozen petite peas; 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock; 1/2 cup light cream; 1 tablespoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Fresh Mint Cream, recipe follows; 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup half-and-half; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 big yellow onions, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves fresh garlic coarsely chopped
2 (10-ounce) bag (or the equivalent) fresh spinach, rinsed
2 1/2 cups frozen petite peas
3 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1/2 cup light cream
1 tablespoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh Mint Cream, recipe follows
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup half-and-half
Salt and pepper

1
Saute onions in the butter in a large soup pot over high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent onions from sticking until they begin to soften about 10 minutes.
2
Add garlic, lower the heat to medium and continue cooking for another 10 minutes until onions are translucent.
3
Stir in spinach and saute until wilted about 5 minutes more.
4
Add peas and the stock to the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
5
Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
6
Remove soup from heat and allow to cool for a few minutes.
7
Using a food processor puree soup in small batches (use a second bowl to pour puree in until all soup is pureed).
8
Place puree back into pot, add cream and bring to simmer over low heat.
9
To serve, ladle soup into 4 large bowls and top with about 3 tablespoons of the fresh mint cream.
10
In a bowl, using a whisk, combine all ingredients until smooth.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 big yellow onions, coarsely chopped, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cloves fresh garlic coarsely chopped, 2 (10-ounce) bag (or the equivalent) fresh spinach, rinsed, and more.

Yes, Pureed Spinach and Sweet Pea Soup with Fresh Mint Cream falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pureed Spinach and Sweet Pea Soup with Fresh Mint Cream

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