Vegetarian Low-Fat Bisque of Fresh Peas

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Vegetarian Low-Fat Bisque of Fresh Peas

 

2 green onions, finely chopped

olive oil spray

1 tablespoon dry sherry or more to taste

2 cups shelled peas, preferably fresh OR frozen

1 1/2 cups water

3/4 cup skim milk or less

salt and white pepper

1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon or 1/4-tsp dried

1 teaspoon finely snipped fresh chives or mint, for garnish

 

Soften green onions in a large saucepan. Add a splash of sherry. Add peas

and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook about 20 minutes

until peas are tender. (Precooked peas take 7 to 10 minutes). Let cool

slightly.

Transfer to a blender. Add milk, salt, pepper, and another splash of sherry,

if desired. Puree until smooth. Remove skins by pressing through a sieve.

Return to the saucepan to warm gently. Stir in the tarragon. Serve garnished

with chives or mint.

Makes 4 cups.

Calories...82...Fat..0.3 g....Protein...6 g...Carbs..13 g....Sodium...32 mg

....Fiber...1.6 g.