Creating Polish Butter Lettuce Soup is an enjoyable process. Follow these easy steps to whip up this comforting dish:

1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté the Onion: Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
4. Incorporate Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Add Lettuce: Once the broth is simmering, add the chopped butter lettuce. Cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.
6. Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer it to a traditional blender, then return it to the pot.
7. Stir in Cream: Add the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine and let simmer for about 5 more minutes.
8. Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve Hot: Once heated through, remove from heat and prepare to serve.
10. Garnish and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.

By following these simple steps, you’ll have a bowl of Polish Butter Lettuce Soup ready in no time!