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Creamy Spinach and Potato Garden Soup

Creamy Spinach and Potato Garden Soup for Cozy Nights

This creamy spinach and potato garden soup is a delightful recipe perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups vegetable broth can substitute with chicken broth
  • 4 medium starchy potatoes like Russets
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for vegan version use coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups fresh spinach can substitute with kale
  • 1 pinch nutmeg optional
  • to taste salt & pepper adjust as needed
  • as needed Parmesan cheese optional for serving
  • as needed fresh herbs (thyme or chives) for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves; cook for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Add 4 diced starchy potatoes and 4 cups of vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce the heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  3. Once the potatoes are tender, stir in 8 cups of fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy, then return it to the pot.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk along with 1 tablespoon of butter until fully incorporated. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust ingredients based on dietary needs or preferences.

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