The author narrates their experience of spontaneously creating a delicious soup with green peas, basil, and potatoes, despite lacking cooking expertise. They describe the process, including challenges and discoveries, ultimately ending with pride in their culinary achievement.
Here are the key facts extracted from the provided text:
1. The author was inspired to cook after seeing green peas at the grocery store.
2. The author had been in a cooking phase recently and was enjoying it.
3. The author researched how to make a soup with basil broth, green peas, and potatoes.
4. The author boiled peas and potatoes, chopped shallots and garlic, and cooked them in a pot.
5. The author used vegetable bouillon, salt, and pepper in the soup.
6. The author blended the soup mixture with basil and parmesan.
7. The author garnished the soup with parmesan cheese and chives.
8. The author felt proud of the soup and would purchase it at a restaurant for $17.
Please note that the text contained some personal reflections and opinions, which were excluded from the key facts as per your request.