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Easy Creamy Spinach Soup for Cozy Nights

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Make this simple, comforting creamy spinach soup using common ingredients. It is a nutritious green soup perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound fresh spinach, washed well
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 large potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  3. Add the diced potato and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  4. Add the fresh spinach to the pot in batches, stirring until it wilts down completely into the broth. This will happen quickly.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it is completely smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a standard blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream (or coconut milk) and Parmesan cheese, if using. Heat gently over low heat, but do not boil after adding the cream.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to your taste.
  8. Serve hot. This soup pairs well with crusty bread or as a lighter option compared to some meal delivery companies offerings.

Notes

  • For a naturally thick soup without added cream, use two medium potatoes instead of one, or add 1/2 cup of rinsed cannellini beans during the simmering stage and blend them in.
  • If you are focused on meal planning for healthy eating, this soup freezes well for up to three months.
  • To make this soup vegan, skip the Parmesan cheese and use coconut milk or cashew cream for richness.

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