Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb frozen peas
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 None onion, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup vegetable stock, hot
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated
  • 5 sprigs fresh mint, a few leaves reserved for garnish, remainder finely chopped
  • 6 slices wholewheat baguette
  • 2 oz goat cheese, cut into 6 slices
  • None None pink peppercorns, for garnish

Method

  • Blanch the peas in boiling water for 3-4 mins. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a saucepan and saute the onion until softened. Add the peas and saute for 1 min. Add the stock and cream and season with salt and nutmeg. Add the mint, remove from the heat and mash roughly.
  • Spread the pea puree over the bread and top each with a piece of cheese. Garnish with pink peppercorns and mint leaves. Drizzle with the remaining oil and serve immediately.