Spinach Garlic Soup 🥣
Description:
This vibrant spinach garlic soup is not only visually appealing with its brilliant green color but also a crowd-pleaser, especially among kids who eagerly take leftovers to school for lunch. The recipe is not just easy but also versatile, allowing for substitutions such as skim milk for cream without compromising on taste. Packed with nutritious ingredients, this soup is perfect for a quick, satisfying meal any time of the day.
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Recipe Category: Spinach
- Keywords: Greens, Vegetable, Low Protein, < 30 Mins
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 408.9
- Fat Content: 34.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 20.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 103.9mg
- Sodium Content: 980.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 10.3g
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch fresh spinach
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- Pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a 5qt Dutch oven, bring spinach, broth, and carrots to a boil. |
| 2 | Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| 3 | Remove from the heat and allow to cool until lukewarm. |
| 4 | Meanwhile, in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in butter until onion is soft, about 5-10 minutes. |
| 5 | Add flour; cook and stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes. |
| 6 | Add the onion and garlic mixture to the spinach mixture. |
| 7 | Puree the mixture in small batches in a blender or food processor until finely chopped. |
| 8 | Place the pureed mixture in a large saucepan. |
| 9 | Add cream, milk, and pepper. Heat through but do not boil. |
Enjoy your Flavorful Spinach Garlic Soup! 🌿🍲
