Whole Pea Soup with Fresh Tarragon Recipe

1 c Whole peas, soaked 4 c Stock 1 lg Carrot, halved 2 tb Tarragon Salt & pepper Drain the soaked whole peas. Cover with stock in a large pot & add the carrot. Bring to a boil & boil hard for 10 minutes. Reduce heat, cover & simmer for 1 hour or until the peas are tender. Add the tarroagn & simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the salt & pepper. Remove from the heat & let cool for a few minutes. Puree until smooth. Return to the pot to heat through. Check the seasonings & serve.