Fresh Green Pea Soup

• green peas, fresh or frozen↗4 cups
• medium potato↗1
• medium onion↗1⁄2
• snow peas (edible pods)↗1 cup
• (15 ounce) can chicken broth (or equal substitute)↗1
• butter↗1 -2 teaspoon
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Scrub potato, leaving skin on.

2. 2

   Slice to make 1/2" cubes.

3. 3

   Peel and dice onion.

4. 4

   Saute potato and onion until onion is lightly browned in medium saucepan.

5. 5

   Add peas and chicken broth.

6. 6

   Simmer until peas are just tender.

7. 7

   Remove from heat, cool.

8. 8

   Blend in small batches until mostly smooth.

9. 9

   When ready to serve, add snow peas to soup and reheat until peas are crisp-tender.

10. 10

    Good served with a dollop of plain yogurt and minced chives.