Quick Pea Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

Quick Pea Soup

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Serving Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 Tablespoons Margarine
Stalks Celery -- chopped
Cloves Garlic -- minced
1/2 Cup Med Onion -- chopped
2 Cups Vegetable stock
16 Ounces Frozen Peas
1 Dash White Pepper
1/2 Cup Low-fat Milk
1 Dash Nutmeg

GARNISH: Herbed garlic Croutons, 1/4 c chopped fresh parsley and 2 T lemon
peel, or grated Parmesan cheese, optional. In a Dutch oven or 4-5 qt saucepan,
melt margarine. Add celery, garlic, and onion. Saute until softened, about 5
minutes. Add vegetable stock, peas, and white pepper. Over med heat, cover and
simmer 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to bowl of food processor. Cool slightly.
Puree. Return mixture to pan; add milk and nutmeg. Heat through, about 5
minutes, stirring constantly. Top each serving with garnish if desired.

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