SPINACH GARLIC SOUP

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This soup turns to a brilliant green color. My kids take leftovers to school for lunch and ask me to often make this easy soup. I have substitued skim milk for the cream with good results

Provided by MissPenny

Categories     Spinach

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded 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
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 5qt Dutch oven, bring spinach, broth and carrots to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from the heat; cool to luke-warm.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until onion is soft,about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add flour; cook and stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add to spinach mixture.
  • Puree in small batches in a blender or food processor until finely chopped.
  • Place in a large saucepan.
  • Add cream, milk, and pepper, heat through but do not boil.

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