Spring Pea, Bacon And Mint Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tbsp unsalted butter
8 slices bacon, chopped
2 None leeks, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 lb fresh or frozen peas
3/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped, plus extra, finely chopped, for garnish
5 cups chicken stock
None None heavy cream, for drizzling

Preparation

Melt butter in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Cook bacon, leeks and garlic for 5 mins, or until softened. Set a little bacon aside for garnish.
Add peas, mint and stock to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 mins, until peas are tender.
Remove pan from heat. Puree with a hand blender for 1 min 30 seconds, or until smooth. Return to heat and heat through.
Spoon into warmed serving bowls. Drizzle with cream and garnish with reserved bacon and extra mint.