Pureed Sweet Peas

Prep and Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 8 oz frozen peas
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 + 2 TBS chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 TBS sunflower seeds
• 1 TBS minced fresh herbs such as mint, basil, chervil, or parsley
• salt and white pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Chop onions and garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to help bring out their health-promoting properties.
2. Heat 1 TBS broth in a 10-inch stainless steel skillet. Healthy Sauté onion in broth over medium heat for 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
3. Add 2 TBS broth, peas, and herbs and cook until tender, about 3 more minutes. Puree in blender with sunflower seeds. Season with salt and pepper and serve.