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Recipe: Bisque Of Fresh Peas
Similar Categories: Bisque, Fresh, Peas
2 green onions -- finely chopped
olive oil spray -- see variations
1 tablespoon dry sherry -- or more to taste
2 cups shelled peas -- preferably fresh
OR frozen
1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup skim milk -- or less
salt and white pepper
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
or 1/4-tsp dried
1 teaspoon finely snipped fresh chives or mint -- for garnish
Soften green onions in a large saucepan. Add a splash of sherry. Add peas and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook about 20 minutes until peas are tender. (Precooked peas take 7 to 10 minutes). Let cool slightly. Transfer to a blender. Add milk, salt, pepper, and another splash of sherry, if desired. Puree until smooth. Remove skins by pressing through a sieve. Return to the saucepan to warm gently. Stir in the tarragon. Serve garnished with chives or mint.
Yield:
"4 cups"
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