Chilled Green Pea Soup

1 Pkg. frozen green peas -- (10 oz.)

1 1/2 Tbsp. Minute tapioca

1 Tsp. salt

1/8 Tsp. thyme

1 Dash pepper

2 C. skim milk

1 Tbsp. finely chopped onion

2 Tbsp. margarine

Prepare peas as directed on package, omitting salt in water. DO NOT DRAIN. Combine tapioca, salt, thyme, pepper, milk, onion and margarine in medium bowl and let stand 5 minutes. Stir tapioca mixture and add to cooked peas in saucepan. Stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Pour all into blender and process until smooth or desired texture. Serve hot or chilled. Makes about 4 servings. Note: May top chilled soup with dollop of Mock Sour Cream if desired.