Best 20 Creamy Spinach Soup Recipes

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Welcome to the world of creamy spinach soup, a culinary delight that tantalizes taste buds with its velvety texture and symphony of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking comfort in a bowl, this article will guide you through the intricacies of crafting the perfect creamy spinach soup. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of balancing flavors, we'll embark on a journey that will leave you craving more with every spoonful. So, gather your kitchen essentials, let your creativity flow, and prepare to indulge in the creamy spinach soup experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAMY SPINACH MUSHROOM SOUP



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This spinach mushroom soup is the perfect accompaniment to any buffet. It can even be made ahead, then warmed and quickly finished on the day of your party. -Susan Jordan, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, chopped
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Gradually whisk in stock. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes., Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted, 2-4 minutes. Gradually stir in cream, sour cream, salt and pepper; heat through (do not allow to boil). Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 952mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAMY SPINACH SOUP



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This is a very delicious cream of spinach soup that can be served with a few croutons on top.

Provided by Donna L Whitaker

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Spinach Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed
2 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
½ cup chopped onion
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups half-and-half
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place spinach, water, bouillon, onion, and garlic powder in a large pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until onion is tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan and whisk in the flour until smooth. Cook for 2 minutes. Slowly stir in half-and-half; mix until smooth. Pour the cream mixture into the spinach soup, and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 608.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CREAMY SPINACH & POTATO SOUP



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My three boys love this recipe, and I even pack it in their school lunches occasionally. I sometimes add ham or sprinkle chopped bacon pieces on top. -Amy Samuel, North Pole, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sodium-free chicken bouillon granules
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk
1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain. Mash 2 cups potatoes; set aside., In a Dutch oven, saute leeks in oil until tender. Whisk the flour, bouillon granules and broth until smooth. Gradually stir into pan. Add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in mashed potatoes. Add spinach, salt, pepper and remaining potatoes; cook just until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY CHICKEN, SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SOUP



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It is turning cold here in AK fast, so in desperate need of a warming, filling dinner in a hurry, I threw this hearty soup together with ingredients I had on hand. DH absolutely loved it and requested that it become a regular part of our winter soup rotation :)

Provided by under12parsecs

Categories     Weeknight

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sweet onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, grated
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon herbes de provence (or rosemary)
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1 pinch cinnamon
1 dash nutmeg
salt and pepper
9 ounces refrigerated tortellini (sweet sausage)
8 cups chicken stock (or 8 cups water and 8 t chicken bullion or 8 cups canned chicken broth)
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon (optional, I like the extra chicken flavor)
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans reduced-fat cream of chicken soup
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 -1 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
1 cup nonfat milk

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and carrot and saute until onion is translucent. Add garlic, bay leaf, herbs, chili flakes, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Saute 1 minute more.
  • Add chicken stock (or broth, or water and bullion) and and extra bullion if using. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add uncooked tortellini and simmer according to package directions in the soup.
  • Add cream of chicken soup, chicken (I use leftover roast tenderloins that had been marinated in buttermilk, garlic, thyme, dijon mustard and salt), and spinach and simmer until heated through. Add milk and simmer just until heated. Serve and enjoy!

CREAMY BROCCOLI-AND-SPINACH SOUP



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Thanks to mild-mannered baby spinach and silky sautéed leeks, this weeknight-friendly broccoli soup not only gets an extra boost of nutrients like iron and vitamins B and C-it also takes on a most vibrant color of green and boasts a velvety texture without any heavy cream in sight! A drizzle of tangy crème fraîche and a few crunchy pretzel nuggets serve as the finishing touches to this wholesome and warming bowl.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 leeks (about 1 pound), white and light-green parts only, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise, well washed, and drained (2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 small head broccoli (about 12 ounces), stems peeled and cut into 1/4-inch coins, head cut into bite-size florets
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
5 ounces baby spinach, stems removed (6 packed cups)
1/3 cup crème fraîche
Store bought pretzel nuggets, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add leeks and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in mustard, then flour; cook until mixture has a slightly nutty aroma, about 1 minute.
  • Gradually whisk in broth until combined. Add broccoli stems and season with salt and pepper; increase heat to high and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Add broccoli florets; reduce heat to low and simmer partially covered until broccoli is tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook 1 minute more; remove from heat.
  • Working in batches, purée soup in a blender. Return to pot and reheat over medium-low. Whisk crème fraîche with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Serve soup, drizzled with crème-fraîche mixture and garnished with pretzels.

CREAMY BEAN SOUP WITH FRESH HERBS AND SPINACH



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Provided by Cara Brunetti Hillyard

Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Leafy Green     Herb     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Parmesan     Rosemary     Spinach     Chickpea     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit     Virginia     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups chopped onions (about 2 medium)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
5 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 15- to 16-ounce cans white beans, drained
2 15- to 16-ounce cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
1 6-ounce package baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
Grated Parmesan cheese
Extra-virgin olive oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté until onions are golden, about 15 minutes. Add rosemary and stir 1 minute. Add all broth and beans. Bring soup to boil; reduce to medium-low and simmer until flavors blend, about 10 minutes.
  • Working in batches, transfer soup to blender and puree until smooth; return to pot. Mix in spinach and sage; stir until spinach wilts, about 1 minute. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle each with Parmesan cheese and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, if desired.

CREAMY (VEGAN) SPINACH, LEEK, & POTATO SOUP



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A thick creamy soup with a beautiful combination of spinach, leek and potato. This version is vegan, using a few vegan substitutes, but could also be made using non-vegan versions of those ingredients.

Provided by HippieVeganMamaTo5

Categories     Vegan

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 leek, white and soft green parts, sliced thinly
1 potato, peeled and cubed
2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach
2 tablespoons Earth Balance margarine
2 tablespoons tofutti sour cream
1 cup almond milk
2 baby carrots, shredded for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon tofutti sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large saucepan.
  • Saute onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add vegetable stock and water.
  • Add leeks and potato.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and basil.
  • Bring to boil then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add spinach and process in blender until somewhat smooth. Skip this step if you want your soup chunkier.
  • Return to saucepan and add Earth Balance, sour cream, and milk.
  • Heat through.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of shredded carrot and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 649.1, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 4.8

CREAMY CHICKEN, SPINACH & MUSHROOM TORTELLINI SOUP RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Mushroom Tortellini Soup Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Thedorf

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/3 cups yellow onion, chopped
1 1/3 cups carrots, diced
6 to 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, pounded evenly to about 1/2-inch thickness
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup unsalted butter, sliced into 1 tablespoon pieces
1/3 cup flour
2 1/2 cups milk
9 ounces refrigerated three cheese tortellini
4 cups fresh spinach
1/3 cup heavy cream
Parmesan cheese, finely shredded for serving

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and mushrooms and saute 3 minutes then add garlic and saute 1 minute longer. Add in chicken broth, chicken, oregano and thyme and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover pot with lid and allow to simmer 10 to 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (it should register 165°F in center on an instant read thermometer). While chicken is cooking, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, whisking constantly 1 minute. While whisking vigorously slowly pour in milk. Season with salt and pepper and bring mixture just to a light boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and set aside. Remove cooked chicken from soup and transfer to a cutting board, let rest 5 minutes then cut into pieces. Meanwhile, add tortellini to soup in pot, cover pot with lid and allow to boil over medium heat about 7 minutes (or time directed on package) adding in spinach during last 1 minute. Stir in chicken, white sauce and cream. Serve warm with parmesan cheese.

CREAMY MUSHROOM-SPINACH SOUP



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I got this recipe from an insert in my gas bill! My 2 year old daughter LOVES it and always asks for more - the first time, she ate 5 bowls!

Provided by Meg Fisher

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, chopped
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup unsifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Saute mushrooms in butter until tender in large saucepan over medium flame.
  • Add flour, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute.
  • Gradually add broth and cream; cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  • Add spinach and heat through.

CREAMY LEEK AND SPINACH SOUP



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Creamy leek, spinach, and ham soup. Serve with a nice bread.

Provided by Kim Playfair

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Spinach Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ tablespoons butter
1 leek (white part only), chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
9 cups chicken broth
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 ham bone
2 cups plain yogurt
2 egg yolks
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir leek and spinach until leek is tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir flour into leek mixture and cook over medium-high, stirring constantly, until mixture flour is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove stockpot from heat.
  • Mix broth, ham, and ham bone into leek mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, over low heat until soup is slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Blend yogurt, egg yolks, salt, and pepper together in a blender or food processor until smooth; carefully stir into soup. Cook soup until heated through, about 5 minutes more. Remove and discard ham bone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 367.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CREAMY SPINACH AND ZUCCHINI SOUP



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Pureed potatoes give this soup a rich taste and texture.

Provided by IvoryAngel

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Zucchini Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large onion, chopped
6 cups water, divided
3 potatoes, chopped
3 zucchini, sliced
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 cups tightly packed spinach leaves
ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup sliced fresh enoki mushrooms

Steps:

  • Combine onion and 1/2 cup water in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir until onion softens, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour remaining water into saucepan; add potatoes, zucchini, and soy sauce. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to low, place a cover on the saucepan, and cook for 35 minutes.
  • Stir spinach into the soup; season with black pepper. Continue cooking another 2 minutes; remove saucepan from heat.
  • Blend soup in batches in a blender until completely pureed. Return pureed soup to saucepan and place over medium-low heat.
  • Stir mushrooms into pureed soup; cook until the mushrooms are warmed through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 175.6 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

ROASTED CREAMY TOMATO AND SPINACH SOUP



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Summer soup at it's best. Fresh tomatoes grilled or roasted with fresh spinach for a creamy tomato soup. It doesn't get much better than fresh farmers market ingredients.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups plum tomatoes or 1 large onion, diced
1 cup fennel, diced
10 ounces spinach (baby)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable broth or 1/2 cup stock
1/4 cup fresh basil, fine chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/4 cup olive oil, to saute the vegetables
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes in quarters and lightly de-seed by squeezing slightly and then add to a large bowl. To that same bowl, add the fennel and onion. Add the olive oil, dried oregano, s/p and either grill until soft or in a 400 degree oven for about 20 minutes. Don't worry, they will continue cooking in the soup so they don't have to be all the way done.
  • To a large soup pot, add a just the vegetables, garlic, red pepper flakes, vegetable stock and sugar and a pinch of both salt and pepper. Go easy on salt as tomatoes and broth are both salty. You can reason later. and cook another couple of minutes until all well incorporated. Cook another 5 minutes.
  • With an immersion blender or you can transfer the ingredients to a regular blender puree until mostly smooth. I like some texture, but feel free to make it as smooth as you want.
  • Return to the pot, add the spinach, cream, milk and fresh basil. Taste for seasoning and add any extra salt or pepper if needed. Also, depending on how thick you like your soup, you can add extra broth if you want.

CREAMY POLENTA SOUP WITH SPINACH (PAPAROT)



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I watched an episode of "Lydia's Italy" on PBS the other day and she made this deliciously comforting and simple soup using polenta. I made it and it will surely please your family (and your pocketbook). Enjoy!

Provided by mlao77

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 3 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup yellow polenta
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups hot chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, smashed
3 tablespoons butter
kosher salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups packed spinach leaves
parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
extra virgin olive oil (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Tip: For a smooth and velvety soup like Lydia's, I pulsed my cornmeal in my food processor for about 20 seconds before starting the recipe. First, whisk the polenta and flour in a saucepan.
  • 2. Starting with 1 cup of broth, whisk the broth and polenta-flour mixture and remove any lumps. Add the butter and salt and stir.
  • 3. Continue adding broth while whisking and place on medium-high heat to bring to a boil. Lower to medium heat and simmer soup for 25 minutes. Stir gently.
  • 4. Add spinach to soup and stir. Continue cooking on medium-low heat for 10 minutes. If using, serve with grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy.

CREAMY SPINACH SOUP



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Make and share this Creamy Spinach Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 ounces frozen spinach
1 large baking potato, peeled and thinly sliced (about 8 oz)
4 scallions, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon butter
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine spinach, potato, scallions, garlic, diluted broth, pepper, and salt.
  • Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until potato is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Transfer solids to a food processor or blender, and process to a smooth puree.
  • Return puree to saucepan. Stir in milk and butter, and warm soup over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.4, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.3, Sodium 562.2, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 8

CREAMY LEEK AND SPINACH SOUP



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Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons Butter
1-1/2 pounds Leeks - white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced (3 cups)
1/4 cup White wine, dry
1 pinch Sugar
3-1/2 cups Chicken stock or low-salt broth
1-1/2 package Spinach leaves, stemmed (10 oz packages)
1 cup Italian Parsley - coarsely chopped
1/2 cup Whipping cream

Steps:

  • Melt 3 Tbsp butter in heavy large pot over medium heat
  • Add leeks, saute until soft but not colored (about 8 minutes)
  • Add wine and sugar and simmer until almost all liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally (about 4 minutes)
  • Add stock
  • Set aside 2 cups (packed) spinach leave and add remaining spinach to soup
  • Stir until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes)
  • Mix in parsley and bring to boil
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors
  • Working in batches, puree soup with reserved 2 cups spinach in blender
  • Return soup to pot
  • Season with salt and pepper
  • NOTE: Can be made 1 day ahead, cover and chill - bring to simmer before continuing
  • Add cream and 3 Tbsp butter to soup
  • Whisk until butter melts
  • Ladle into bowls

SLOW COOKER CREAMY TORTELLINI SPINACH SOUP



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Thick, rich, and hearty, this vegetarian soup is the perfect comforting end to a cool day. Tortellini, spinach, tomatoes, and cheese - what could go wrong?! Just add sausage for the meat-eaters.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 5h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 medium yellow onion (diced (about 1 cup))
2 medium carrots (peeled and chopped (about 3/4 cup))
2 medium cloves garlic (minced (about 2 teaspoons))
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano*
1/2 teaspoon dried basil*
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper + more to taste
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
4 cups 1 32-ounce box vegetable broth
1 12-ounce package dry cheese tortellini
4 cups about 4 ounces packed baby spinach
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese
Ground sweet Italian sausage (3/4 pound if adding to all; use about 1/3 pound if adding to half)

Steps:

  • Add the carrots, onion, garlic, spices, tomatoes and broth to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low until the carrots are tender, 3-6 hours (time varies depending on your slow cooker. If you cook it for longer - say, 8 hours - it won't hurt).
  • Add the tortellini to the slow cooker, stir to combine, cover, and cook on high 20 minutes.
  • Add the spinach, stir until wilted, cover again, and cook another 5 minutes.
  • Warm the half and half in the microwave for 30 seconds. Add the cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan to the slow cooker. Stir until thoroughly combined and turn off the heat.
  • Remove bay leaf. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • If adding sausage, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add sausage to the pan and brown, breaking into small pieces with a spatula or wooden spoon as it cooks. Add cooked sausage to individual servings.

CREAMY ZUCCHINI-SPINACH SOUP (HEALTHY!)



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Creamy and satisfying without a drop of cream, or any dairy products! This is a yummy way to eat your veggies! Easily adaptable as vegetarian-just use vegetable stock! Recipe and picture from Mels Kitchen Cafe

Provided by Susan Din

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 large clove garlic
1 large leek-sliced in half lengthwise, then sliced across the grain thinly. rinse very well to remove sand/grit.
2 medium zucchini chopped =4 cups
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 c chicken broth(or vegetable broth)
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh basil
2-3 c fresh baby spinach chopped
1-2 c (optional) cooked cubed chicken - rotissere or other

Steps:

  • 1. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over mediun high heat. Add the garlic, leeks and zucchini. Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the veggies and cook, stirring often until leeks are somewhat translucent(3-5 min).
  • 2. Add 1 cup of the broth, cover and cook over medium heat until all veggies are very soft(10 min).
  • 3. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use a stick blender and add the basil. Carefully blend until smooth. Pour the soup back into the pot.
  • 4. Stir in the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth. Stir in the chopped spinach and cooked chicken. Bring back to a simmer for 1-2 minutes. It's ready to serve!

CREAMY SPINACH SOUP



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I like spinach. Luckily it is also a great source of iron which can be lacking in vegetarian diets. For the maximum Iron boost from this soup serve it with a glass of OJ the Vitamin C aids Iron uptake. From BBC good food magazine.

Provided by PinkCherryBlossom

Categories     Spinach

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

50 g butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and chopped into chunks
450 ml vegetable stock
600 ml milk
450 g fresh spinach, washed if necessary and roughly chopped
1/2 lemon, zest of, finely grated
freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
3 tablespoons double cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large lidded saucepan, add the onion and garlic and fry gently for 5-6 minutes until softening.
  • Stir in the potato and continue to cook gently for 1 minute.
  • Pour in the stock and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the potato starts to cook.
  • Pour in the milk and bring up to a simmer, then stir in half the spinach and the lemon zest.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until the spinach has completely wilted down. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes.
  • Pour the soup into a blender (preferably) or food processor, add the remaining spinach (this will keep the soup bright green and fresh tasting) and process until silky smooth (The soup may now be frozen for up to 1 month. Defrost in the microwave or overnight in the fridge.)
  • Return to the pan and reheat. Taste and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. You may like to dilute the soup with a little extra stock if too thick. Ladle the soup into bowls and swirl in the cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.3, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 240.7, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 9.8

ZELDA'S CREAMY SPINACH & CARROT SOUP



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This recipe is one that I think you will love. I fix a little different than most people. I use red pepper to give a little kick. I increased the nutmeg and the orange zest. I love it fixed this way. You try it and let me know. My grandkids love this and you know kids don't like anything.

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 Tbsp butter
1 c chopped onion
2 Tbsp flour
1 c half & half
10 3/4 oz can chicken broth
1 c shredded carrots
10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper, may use red pepper if you want a kick
1 1/2 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 tsp orange zest

Steps:

  • 1. In 2 quart saucepan, melt butter; add onions. Cook over med. heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender. {5-6 minutes} Stir in flour until smooth and bubbly. {1 minute} Stir in half and half and chicken broth. Add remaining ingredients except orange peel. Continue over low heat, stirring occasionally, until soup is heated through {12 to 15 minutes}. Add orange peel. Then enjoy.

CREAMY SPINACH CHICKPEA SOUP



CREAMY SPINACH CHICKPEA SOUP image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Fall     Winter     Vegan

Yield 6 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3/4 cup diced shallots (2 medium)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 cans (15 oz. each) chickpeas (garbanzos), drained and rinsed
5 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt
6 cups packed spinach leaves (from about 10 oz. bunch spinach, rinsed well and stems trimmed)
1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons small whole or chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 3 tbsp. oil in a medium pot over medium heat and add shallots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook until aromatic, about 1 minute more. 2. Add chickpeas, broth, and salt. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until flavors are well blended and chickpeas are very soft, about 25 minutes. Add spinach and cook just until softened and bright green, about 2 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 1/2 tbsp. oil in a small frying pan over medium-low heat. Stir in curry powder and cook until aromatic, 30 seconds. Remove from heat. 4. Whirl half of soup at a time in a blender, starting on low speed, until very smooth. Ladle into bowls. Just before serving, stir lime juice into curry oil and drizzle over soup. Garnish with mint.

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has the best flavor and nutritional value. If you can't find fresh spinach, frozen spinach is a good substitute.
  • Wilt the spinach before adding it to the soup: Wilting the spinach removes excess moisture and helps it blend smoothly into the soup. To wilt the spinach, heat a large pot over medium heat and add the spinach. Cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is wilted and reduced in volume, about 2 minutes.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth. If you're using a store-bought broth, look for one that is low in sodium.
  • Add some cream or milk: Cream or milk will help to make the soup creamy and rich. You can use heavy cream, half-and-half, or even almond milk. Add the cream or milk to the soup after it has been cooked and pureed.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg or cayenne pepper for a little extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Creamy spinach soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can have a delicious bowl of creamy spinach soup in no time.

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