Chilled Pea Soup
2 ea Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
15ea Garlic Clove
2 ½ lbs Frozen Peas
4 tbsp Whole butter
3 qt Water
4 tbsp Chicken base
2 tbsp Champagne vinegar
2 cup Heavy Cream
Tt Salt
4 ea Mint Tips
Method:
Soften the onions in the butter over low heat. Add the Garlic. Continue to sweat until garlic is softened, but not browned. Add the water and chicken base. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer. Allow the water to reduce by 1 quart. Add the peas. Simmer until softened. Puree in small batches, straining if necessary, and adding cream to adjust consistency as needed. Add the vinegar and season to taste with salt. Add the Mint tips and allow to steep for 20 minutes, or until desired flavor is achieved.
Recipe courtesy of Peloton Culinary & Catering