Buckingham Palace Cream of Pea Soup
Experience the regal elegance of Buckingham Palace Cream of Pea Soup, a velvety delight inspired by royal kitchens. This sophisticated yet simple recipe features a harmonious blend of sweet green peas, aromatic onions, and a hint of garlic, all simmered in flavorful vegetable stock. Fresh mint adds a bright, herbaceous note, while a swirl of heavy cream lends a luxuriously silky texture. Finished with a dash of lemon juice for a refreshing lift and optional garnishes like crunchy croutons or crème fraîche, this creamy pea soup exudes timeless charm. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect appetizer or light meal to impress your guests with a taste of royal refinement.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups fresh or frozen green peas
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- croutons or crème fraîche (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid browning.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Add the peas and vegetable stock to the pot, then bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes if using fresh peas, or 7-8 minutes if using frozen peas. The peas should be tender but still bright green.
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh mint, salt, and white pepper.
Using an immersion blender or working in batches with a countertop blender, blend the soup until creamy and smooth. Be cautious if blending while the soup is still hot.
Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Warm over low heat, but do not let it boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding lemon juice for brightness.
Serve the soup warm, garnished with croutons or a drizzle of crème fraîche for an elegant touch, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 1099 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 860 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
