Bacon & pea soup

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This classic dish will never fail you, plus nothing warms you up like a bowl of steaming soup.

Serves: 4
Total Time: 15
Prep Time: 5

In a large pot on medium heat, cook 3 slices chopped bacon until crisp, stirring. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate.
Drain all but 1 tbsp fat from the pot and add 1 sliced shallot, 1 tsp peeled, chopped fresh ginger, ⅛ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Cook for a minute, stirring.
Add 3 cups peas and 500ml chicken stock. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Purée in a blender until smooth. Garnish with bacon.