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green pea soup with crispy prosciutto

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Meat &amp, Seafood
Servings: 6
Author: Valentina | The Baking Fairy

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ white onion diced
  • 2-3 carrots sliced
  • 2-3 ribs of celery diced
  • 2 crushed garlic cloves
  • 24 oz {2 bags} frozen peas
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt {more or less to taste}
  • ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • *for the topping*
  • 4-6 slices prosciutto cut into ribbons
  • ½ teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

  • In a large pot set over medium-high heat, combine the olive oil, onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Add in the seasonings, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant.
  • Add in the frozen peas, followed by the broth.
  • Let mixture come to a boil, then lower to a simmer and allow to cook until all the vegetables are soft and cooked through.
  • Remove soup from heat, and puree using a blender until smooth.
  • Pour back into the pot, and stir in the cream. Add more salt or seasonings to taste {it will also depend on how salty your chicken/vegetable broth is}.
  • When ready to serve, heat the oil on high in a small frying pan.
  • Add in the ribbons of prosciutto, and cook until crisp.
  • Serve soup topped with a drizzle of cream, black pepper, and the prosciutto.