Spring Pea Soup with Lemon and Mint

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 small shallot, chopped
3 1/2 cups blanched fresh peas or 1 package (16 oz.) frozen petite peas, defrosted and drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons half and half
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Plain Greek yogurt

Directions

1. In a small saucepan over medium-high, melt the butter. Add the onions and shallots. Cook until onions are clear, about 4 minutes.
2. Spoon onion mixture into a blender jar. Add peas, broth, mint, half and half, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Blend on PUREE or HIGH for 2 minutes or desired consistency is reached.
3. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4. Swirl in yogurt before serving.

Serves: 6-8

Test Kitchen Tip: To further improve the smooth consistency of the soup, press it through a fine mesh strainer or food mill after blending.