Fresh Pea Soup

I loved this soup. It is as good as the soups I have tried in great restaurants. Try it out.

INGREDIENTS
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2 tbsp (1/4 stick butter)
2 or 3 shallots finely chopped
3 cups shelled fresh peas or thawed frozen peas(TIP: If you want to save some time, you can add 2 cups of water and pressure cooker fresh peas)
3-4 tbsps whipping cream(optional)
salt
freshly ground black pepper
croutons to garnish
Serves 3

STEP1:
Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. Add the shallots and cook for about 3 mins over a moderate heat, stirring occasionally

STEP2:
Add 2 cups water and the peas and season with salt and pepper.

STEP3:
Cover and simmer for 12 mins for young or frozen peas and up to 18 minutes for large or older peas, stirring occasionally.

STEP4:
When the peas are tender, ladle them into a food processor or blender with a little of the cooking liquid and process until smooth.

STEP5:
Strain the soup into the saucepan, stir in the cream. Heat through without boiling. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot garnished with croutons.