photo Curried Pea Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon dried mint flakes
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
• 1 celery rib, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• fresh mint

Directions

1. In a saucepan, bring water, bouillon, garlic, curry powder, salt, pepper and mint to a boil. Stir in peas and celery. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until peas and celery are tender. Cool slightly.
2. Place pea mixture and milk in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Return to saucepan. Stir in cream; heat through (do not boil). Stir in lemon juice. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.