Spring Pea Soup Turkey Ham (Printable Version)
Bright, creamy soup using fresh peas, tender potato, and smoky turkey ham for a flavorful, easy meal.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen spring peas
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 medium leek, white and light green part only, sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 medium Yukon Gold potato, peeled and diced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
→ Meats
07 - 6 oz turkey ham, diced
→ Liquids
08 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk or cream
→ Fats & Seasonings
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - Pinch of nutmeg
→ Garnish
14 - Fresh pea shoots, mint leaves, or extra turkey ham, diced and crisped
# How-To:
01 - Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, leek, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened but not browned.
02 - Add the diced potato and turkey ham. Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - Pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the potato is tender.
04 - Add the peas and simmer for 3–5 minutes just until bright green and tender. Add mint leaves if using.
05 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender in batches to puree the soup until smooth.
06 - Stir in the milk or cream. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. Reheat gently if needed—do not boil.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with pea shoots, fresh mint, or crisped turkey ham.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The smoky turkey ham creates this incredible depth that balances the sweet peas perfectly
- It comes together in under an hour but tastes like you spent all day on it
02 -
- Don't overcook the peas or you'll lose that gorgeous bright green color and fresh taste
- Blend thoroughly and strain if you want it restaurant smooth
03 -
- Work quickly once the peas hit the heat to preserve that vibrant green color
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly than cold ones straight from the fridge