Minted Green Pea and Basil Soup

Ingredients for  4  Servings

• 500g

  Frozen or fresh peas
• 900ml

  Vegetable stock
• 3

  Large shallots, finely chopped
• 1

  Garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
• 4 tbsp

  Basil leaves, chopped
• 4 tbsp

  Mint leaves, chopped
• -

  Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• To Serve

• -

  Low fat natural yogurt
• To Garnish

• -

  Mint and basil leaves

Approximate Times

• Preparation :

  Less than 10 minutes
• Cooking :

  Less than 30 minutes

Method

1. Place the shallots in a medium saucepan with the garlic and chopped herbs. Pour over the stock, bring to the boil, cover, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes or until the shallots are tender.
2. Add the peas, bring back to the boil and cook gently for 5 minutes. Season well to taste.
3. Transfer half the mixture to a food processor and blend until smooth. Return to the pan with the remaining soup and stir to mix well.
4. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with a swirl of the yogurt. Garnish with mint and basil leaves and serve immeadiately.