Sweet Pea / Prosciutto Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté the Base

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

2. 2

   Add Peas and Broth

   Add the sweet peas to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the peas are tender.

3. 3

   Blend the Soup

   Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a blender. Be careful as the soup will be hot.

4. 4

   Incorporate Cream and Seasonings

   Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Continue cooking on low heat for another 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Prepare Prosciutto

   While the soup is simmering, crisp the prosciutto in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy. Remove and chop into small pieces.

6. 6

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls, top with crispy prosciutto, and garnish with fresh mint.