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Creamy Spring Pea Soup with Poached Eggs

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, lunch, Soup
Cuisine American, European
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 4 large eggs
  • salt to taste salt
  • black pepper to taste black pepper
  • fresh herbs for garnish fresh herbs such as mint or parsley
  • olive oil drizzle olive oil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until peas are tender.
  • Carefully transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth and creamy. Return to the pot and simmer for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
  • Season with salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and lime juice.
  • While the soup simmers, prepare the poached eggs. Fill a large skillet with water, add salt, and bring to a simmer. Crack eggs into the simmering water and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until whites are set and yolks are runny.
  • Stir heavy cream into the soup. Serve immediately, topped with a poached egg, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil.
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