Irish Pea and Coriander Soup

This soup is simple and wonderfully satisfying. The cilantro (apparently, in Ireland cilantro is called coriander) and jalapenos give this traditional soup a fun twist!

• 3 3/4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 stick butter (use vegan butter to make this soup vegan)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
• 4 cups frozen green peas
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro 
• more fresh cilantro for garnish

Bring broth to a boil. Set aside. In a large saucepan or a skillet with tall edges melt butter. Add onion, garlic, and jalapenos. Saute for 3-4 minutes. Add peas and broth. Bring to a boil and simmer for another 5-7 minutes. Add fresh cilantro. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Serve hot garnished with fresh cilantro.

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Adapted from Darina Allen's recipe published in the March 2013 issue of the Vegetarian Times.