Springtime Pea Soup

Lightened up for the warmer weather.

Melt the butter in a soup pot on medium heat.

Add the leek , curry powder , ginger , salt , and pepper.

Saute for about 5 minutes , stirring with a wooden spoon.

Add the peas , carrot , celery , and just enough water to cover them , and stir.

Bring to a boil , then reduce heat and simmer , covered , until the vegetables are tender , about 15 to 20 minutes.

In a blender or a large bowl , blend or mash 2 cups of the soup with the milk until thick and silky smooth.

Return the blended soup to the soup pot , and stir to heat through.

Ladle into bowls and serve.

butter, leek, curry powder, powdered ginger, salt, pepper, frozen peas, carrot, celery, milk