Springtime Watercress and Pea Soup
by Kimberley S in Rouxbe RecipesDelicate peas and watercress adorn a rich and flavorful chicken broth.
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Step 1: Heating the Broth
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium to medium-high heat. Taste the broth for seasoning and adjust with salt.
- 8 cups Chicken Broth Soup Base (Rouxbe recipe)
- kosher salt (to taste)
Step 2: Preparing Your Mise en Place
Wash and spin dry the watercress. Trim off any tough stems. Gather the peas and set aside.
- 1 1/3 cups watercress
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
Step 3: Preparing the Soup
To prepare the soup, add the peas to the broth and simmer until just tender, about 3 minutes or so.
In the mean time, divide the watercress among 4 warm bowls. Ladle the hot broth over top. Serve immediately with shaved Parmesan cheese over top.
- shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional)
