creamy green pea soup with smoked salmon

Tonight was an evening of deliciousness. I made my favorite soup.

This soup is fantastic. Very decadent tasting and definitely a meal for two people. It is a wonderful with crusty fresh bread.

Ingredients

• 2 T olive oil
• 3 green onions, cut into rings
• 15 g fresh dill, cut finely
• 450 g frozen green peas
• 750 ml chicken stock
• 225 g potatoes ( 1/2 inch cubes)
• 75 g cream cheese
• 100 g smoked salmon, in pieces

Directions

1. In a soup pan, heat the oil.
2. Add the green onions and half of the dill, saute for 1 minute.
3. Reserve 3 tablespoons of peas.
4. Add the remainder of the peas and the chicken stock.
5. Bring to a boil for about 3-4 minutes.
6. Puree the soup using a hand blender.
7. Add the potatoes and cook on low heat for about 15 minutes until soft.
8. Add the rest of the peas and the cream cheese, and simmer until the cheese has melted.
9. Add the smoked salmon and the remaining dill and bring the soup to a simmer.
10. Add salt and pepper to taste.