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

Yaw Selasie
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy texture and the mild flavor of the leeks and spinach.


Bad Grils
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I'm always looking for new and healthy soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with veggies and has a wonderful flavor.


Habtamu Gadisa
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This soup is so creamy and delicious, I could eat it every day. It's the perfect comfort food.


KingZazazel
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I love the bright green color of this soup. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it right away.


Ntiyiso 27
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a simple weeknight meal.


WE3
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this soup. The leeks and cream balanced out the flavor of the spinach perfectly.


Kevin Larkin
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a delicious and healthy meal ready when you get home from work.


Gianna Desir
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover leeks and spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


angelia boykin
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or herbs to suit your taste. I also like to serve it with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.


Selladore Pathmanadan
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the leeks and spinach give it a nice nutritional boost.


ADEYEMO OMOLOLA
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and delicious soup recipes. This one definitely fits the bill! It's packed with veggies and has a wonderful flavor.


richardkid.89 kori3214
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how creamy and flavorful it was. It's definitely a keeper.


Muzakir Shah
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This soup was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious. My family loved it!


Basko Kante
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I'm not usually a fan of leek soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of spinach and cream made it so rich and flavorful. I highly recommend it!


Afghan Baba
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This leek and spinach soup was fantastic! The flavors were so well-balanced and the texture was incredibly creamy. I will definitely be making this again.