Creamy Spring Pea Soup

Step 1

In a soup pot, over medium-low heat, add Ham Base, butter and flour, cook and whisk until well combined.

Step 2

In a large glass measuring cup combine 1 cup cream with 1½ cups water. Slowly add cream-water mixture to ham mixture while continually whisking. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Place peas in electric blender, add remaining 1½ cups water. Cover and blend, until smooth. Return soup to medium heat, pour blended peas into soup pot, stir to combine.

Step 4

Place carrot pieces in bowl of a mini food processor. Cover and process until finely chopped, stir into soup pot. Stir in garlic powder, pepper and marjoram. Bring soup to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Reduce heat to medium-low, simmer uncovered until done, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.