Ingredients: (Serves 4)  

2-3 tbsp oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 carrot, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 stalk celery, finely chopped

2 tins peas, drained

1.5 litres/2⅓ pts vegetable stock

Salt, pepper

Method:

1. Heat the oil in a pan, add onion, carrot, garlic and celery and gently cook for about 5 mins.

2. Add peas and stock, bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 30 mins.

3. Blend until smooth, season to taste and serve.