Speedy Spinach Soup
photo by flower7
- Ready In:
- 11mins
- Ingredients:
- 3
- Yields:
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3 1/2 cups
ingredients
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
- 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth, divided in half
directions
- Press spinach between paper towels to remove extra water.
- Combine spinach and cream cheese in a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until cheese melts, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in half of the broth.
- Transfer spinach to a blender, or use a handheld blender. Process on high speed for 1 minute or until smooth, scraping down sides to get all of it blended.
- Return mixture to the saucepan and stir in remaining broth. Cook over medium heat until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently.
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Reviews
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I think that this is a very good base to start with - as written, it will appeal most to people who like mild soups, or to children. I would add some garlic and onions next time. I added a bit of lemon juice to the serving to perk up the flavor. As I had frozen cut leaf spinach, I just tossed it frozen in the saucepan with all of the broth. When the broth was hot but not yet simmering, I added the cheese. I stirred until it was melted, removed from heat and zapped with the immersion blender. It did not need any additional heating at that point. I think a spoonful of plain yogurt on top would be a nice addition. I might try adding just a grating or two of nutmeg next time, again, just to make it a bit more interesting. This is worth making and playing around with, and depending on your preferences or needs, it might be just the ticket as is.
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What an easy to make and super tasty soup! Both my sis and me truly enjoyed this for a light dinner on a cold winters day. Mmmm!<br/>The soup came together fast as lightning and the cream cheese and broth added enough flavour for our liking.<br/>I did not puree my soup as I felt it didnt need. That way it was less creamy, but still very nice!<br/>THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing this great recipe with us, breezermom!<br/>Made and reviewed for the Soup and Bread Event in the Photo Forum and the Diabetic Warm me Up Event January 2011.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
breezermom
United States