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Cream of Spinach Soup

Cream of Spinach Soup - Creamy, Cozy Delight Made Easy

Cream of Spinach Soup is a creamy, nutritious dish that’s easy to prepare in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 8 cups fresh spinach can substitute with thawed frozen spinach
  • 1 unit onion chopped, yellow or white for best flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth use vegetable for vegetarian option
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy cream can be swapped with milk for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons butter can use olive oil as a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons flour
Seasonings & Brighteners
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for brightness

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat, add 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the mixture, stir well to combine, and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add 8 cups of fresh spinach in batches, stirring until wilted, which should take about 5 minutes.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth and creamy using an immersion blender.
  6. Return the blended soup to low heat, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, a pinch of nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with a drizzle of cream or Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

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