French Friday with Dorie
I made this on Presidents' Day since I had the day off and it was a sunny, breezy day - just the kind of day that looks like spring, but still feels a little bit like winter. It turned out to be the perfect kind of day for a bowl or two of pretty green soup. And the best part is that it took no time at all to cook. All you need is some chopped onion, salt and pepper, some broth (I used chicken broth) and a package of frozen peas and you have a delicious soup. I also minced some garlic and threw it in while the onions were cooking to give it a little extra flavor. This soup is supposed to also have romaine lettuce, but I forgot to get some at the store.
It is supposed to be a creamy soup, achieved by either blending it in small amounts in a blender or using an immersion blender. I used an immersion blender, but chose to leave it a little chunky since John prefers chunky soup.
I garnished it with a little bit of sour cream and some fried leftover bits of baked ham.
This was such a delicious soup. The 'fresh' taste of the soup, along with its beautiful, vibrant green color, was just what the doctor ordered on a cool winter/spring day.
See other versions of this soup over at French Fridays with Dorie.
I don't think omitting the lettuce really detracted from the soup at all - your soup has a very lovely, vibrant color!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful soup! I think the lettuce gave a brightness to the soup but I'm sure it would be good without it.
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I usually don't buy romaine lettuce (it always goes nasty before we eat it all), so I was wondering how the soup would be without it. Nice to know I could skip it next time! Lovely soup, Elaine!
ReplyDeleteI loved how easy and fast it was to make this soup! Yours looks beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYour beautiful green color was much prettier than mine. Although I liked this so much, I would have enjoyed more flavoring and I think adding garlic was an excellent idea. I really don't know what the lettuce did or didn't add but cannot think that you missed out by not using it. Someone suggested argula and I think that might be a better choice if you're going to use lettuce at all. I think it's "very French" and, after all, this is a "very French" cookbook. I don't think you strained your soup and that was a good call, Elaine. I think I strained some of the flavor out of mine.
ReplyDeleteHi Elaine, I didn't strain my soup at all and found it to be perfect. Loving the bacon and sour cream on top - a nice touch.
ReplyDeleteHi Elaine, I didn't strain my soup at all and found it to be perfect. Loving the bacon and sour cream on top - a nice touch.
ReplyDeleteThat looks beautiful!!! It looks like Spring in a bowl!
ReplyDeleteMmmm...pea soup!
ReplyDeleteLooks great, Elaine. Lettuce is mostly water, so I don't think leaving it out made that much difference. I love how very green your soup turned out. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteYour soup looks lovely. This soup was delicious.
ReplyDeleteThe chunkiness of it actually gives it a more spring look to me. I bet with or without the lettuce this is a good one. But its nice to know you can get rid of wilting lettuce if you have to. :)
ReplyDeleteThe colour is so perfect of this delish soup my friend :D
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Elaine, what a pretty presentation of your striking green Pea Soup. Nice touch to add some sour cream and bits of smoked ham! Great recipe that most of the Doristas seem to have enjoyed - I did not think that it was necessary to strain the soup eiter.
ReplyDeleteHave a good weekend!
Straining would have taken out too much flavor... I'm curious about the difference in the flavor without the lettuce?
ReplyDeleteThe color is so vibrant, lovely with that ham and sour cream! I´d make this again but never bother with the lettuce. I´d rather add more peas and arugula. Have a good weekend Elaine!
ReplyDeletelovely comfort food!
ReplyDeleteOh Elaine, Your soup looks so very pretty in that beautiful bowl and plate! Love the way the color on the plate matches your soup!! So vibrant and fresh looking! We loved this one…a keeper for sure!! Have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeleteI think adding garlic would have really improved it. Yours looks beautiful in that
ReplyDeletelovely setting with the green background. Have a great weekend.
I prefer chunky soups, usually, too. I also don't see the point in straining out all the goodness for a smooth texture. Your soup looks perfectly comforting. Lovely presentation!
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ReplyDeleteLooks super yummie. Have to try it!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done, Elaine! I wouldn't mind the chunks at all...and it was such a snap to make :) Hope you're having an excellent weekend.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful soup Elaine! Just the perfect dish for these sunny but still chilly days!
ReplyDeleteYour soup turned a lovely bright green! Yum!
ReplyDeleteThis is a gorgeous soup. I love the vibrant green colors. :)
ReplyDeleteI am with you about the color and texture and love that you served it so beautifully in that cup. Apologize for the late comment- I had too much fun running around seeing the Barefoot Contessa and cooking and ended up with a miserable cold (but it was worth it). Glad I had so much soup to enjoy as it was indeed "just what the doctor ordered" :)
ReplyDeleteI really like the color and look of your soup-so pretty and fresh ;-)
ReplyDeleteThe slightly chunky texture sounds good to me and I wouldn't miss the romaine-just go for the peas ;)
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So far, Mary, Liz, Trevor, Kathy, Guyla, Michelle (Je Mange la Ville), Cher, Alice, John (my husband) and I are going! It would be great if you could go, too! Dorie is the keynote speaker and Alice has already gotten her to agree to meet with us!
gorgeous looking green soup yum! hope you're well elaine ! xo
ReplyDeleteYour pea soup looking so beautiful. This is may very testy.
ReplyDeleteMm.... perfect for this time of year - I love your photos - they really reflect the warm, goodness of the soup. I love pea soup! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Elaine, I see Susan already wrote about the IFBC in Seattle. It would be so wonderful if you were able to come. I think Patty, Teresa, Nana and Tricia are also coming. It would be great to finally meet so many of the Doristas!
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