Pea & prosciutto soup

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook half the prosciutto for 1 minute each side or until crisp. Transfer to a plate. Break into large pieces. Reserve.

Step 2

Heat the remaining oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Coarsely chop the remaining prosciutto and add to the pan. add the leek and garlic and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until soft. Add stock cubes and water. Bring to the boil. add peas and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until just cooked. set aside for 5 minutes to cool slightly.

Step 3

Meanwhile, to make garlic bread, heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and bread. Cook, turning, for 1-2 minutes or until golden.

Step 4

Blend one-third of the pea mixture in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a clean saucepan. Repeat, in 2 more batches, with remaining pea mixture. Cook the soup over medium heat for 2 minutes or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Divide soup among serving bowls. Top with sour cream and reserved prosciutto. Serve with garlic bread.