Step 1

Heat a knob of butter in a saucepan and when lightly foaming gently cook 1 chopped onion until softened, but not coloured.

Step 2

Tip in 1 peeled and diced medium potato and stir to coat in butter, then pour over 1l ham or pork stock. Simmer until softened.

Step 3

Tip in 500g frozen petit pois and bring back to the boil. Cook for a couple of mins.

Step 4

Remove from the heat and blend until smooth. Stir in 300g diced ham and serve.