A Green Peas Soup, Without Meat
A Green Peas Soup, Without Meat is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Put 8 cups of the peas and 4 cups of the water in a large saucepan or Dutch oven.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPut 8 cups of the peas and 4 cups of the water in a large saucepan or Dutch oven.
Add the salt, pepper, mace, cloves, thyme, and marjoram, cover, and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat, and simmer for about 45 minutes, until the peas are very tender.
Drain the peas, reserving the cooking liquid in the sauceupan.
Puree the peas in a food processor or with a food mill.
If using a food mill, discard the skins.
Press the puree through a sieve into the reserved liquid, stirring to combine thoroughly.
Cover and set aside to keep warm.
Combine the remaining 2 cups of peas with the remaining 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, until the peas are just tender.
While the second batch of peas is cooking, melt the butter in a sauté pan.
Add the green onions, and sauté for about 2 minutes.
Add the spinach and mint and stir together, cooking until the spinach has just wilted.
Blend in the flour, and cook for about 1 minute.
Drain the peas, reserving the cooking liquid, and stir the peas into the warm soup along with the spinach mixture.
Heat until it begins to simmer, adding the reserved pea-cooking liquid—a little at a time—if the soup is too thick.
Season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
Pour the soup into a tureen, and garnish with diced toast and shredded calendula blossoms, if desired.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.