Creamy Broccoli and Pea Soup
A warming, creamy broccoli and pea soup. A velvety, delicious soup for those cold winter nights.
Ingredients
- 750 grams McCain Broccoli Florets
- 250 grams McCain Garden Peas
- 5 tablespoons Butter
- 1 onion diced
- 1 medium size leek finely sliced
- 4 cloves garlic crushed
- 4 teaspoons Italian herbs
- 3-4 cups veg stock
- 125 ml cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Small bunch of thyme
- Croutons -for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat
- Add onions and leeks and allow to caramelize
- Once the onions and leeks are browned, add the Italian herbs, crushed garlic, salt and pepper
- Mix well and then add the broccoli and peas
- Allow to cook on medium to high heat for about 5 minutes before adding the vegetable stock
- Simmer for about 10-12 minutes
- With a handheld blender, puree the mixture to a creamy consistency
- Add the cream
- Season to liking
- Garnish with croutons and the thyme & enjoy!