Pea Soup Amuse Bouche

Preparation

1. Step 1

   In a blender, combine peas and stock and purée. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a small pot, pressing on solids to extract as much of the liquid as possible. Add cream and heat slowly over medium-high heat, whisking until soup reaches 130 degrees on an instant-read thermometer (do not boil). Adjust heat and cook peas for a few minutes at 130 until any starchy or bitter taste disappears.

2. Step 2

   Add additional cream if desired and salt to taste, remembering soup should be sweet. Just before serving, froth soup with an immersion blender and serve in espresso cups. Makes 1* cups, enough for 4 small servings; double recipe for larger servings.