Cream of Pea Soup

Ingredients

• 1 cup Peas
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Water
• 2 cups Milk
• 1/4 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Flour
• 1/4 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. 1In a saucepan, combine the peas, water, and sugar. Cook slowly over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
2. 2Strain the cooked peas, reserving the liquid. Rub the peas through a strainer to remove the pulp.
3. 3In a separate saucepan, melt the butter. Add the flour, salt, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to form a roux.
4. 4Gradually add the milk to the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a boil for 1 minute. Add the pureed peas and the reserved liquid from the peas. Cook for 1 minute more.
5. 5Serve the soup hot in soup plates or bouillon cups.