Minted pea puree
1 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| Three 10-ounce packages frozen peas; thawed | ||
| ⅓ | cup | Fresh mint leaves plus fresh mint sprigs |
| ; for garnish if desired | ||
| 3 | tablespoons | Half-and-half; or to taste |
| 3 | tablespoons | Unsalted butter; cut into bits |
Directions
In a large saucepan combine the peas with ¼ cup water and the mint leaves and boil the mixture, covered, for 4 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
Drain the mixture well and in a food processor puree it with the half-and-half, the butter, and salt and pepper to taste. The puree may be made 1 day in advance, kept covered and chilled, and reheated. Transfer the puree to a serving dish and garnish it with the mint sprigs.
Serves 8.
Gourmet April 1990
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