Creamy Spinach Soup

Name: Creamy Spinach Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 5 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed; 2 cups water; 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules; ½ cup chopped onion; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ cup butter; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups half-and-half; salt and pepper to taste

Rating: 4.71 stars

174 Ratings
143 Reviews
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This is a very delicious cream of spinach soup that can be served with a few croutons on top.

By Donna L Whitaker

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Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

35 mins

total:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

5 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 5 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed
2 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
½ cup chopped onion
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups half-and-half
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

Place spinach, water, bouillon, onion, and garlic powder in a large pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until onion is tender.

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Step 2

Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan and whisk in the flour until smooth. Cook for 2 minutes. Slowly stir in half-and-half; mix until smooth. Pour the cream mixture into the spinach soup, and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

330 calories; protein 8.8g 18% DV; carbohydrates 16.7g 5% DV; fat 26.7g 41% DV; cholesterol 78.3mg 26% DV; sodium 608.5mg 24% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (143)

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ChefAno1

02/18/2007

Great recipe! I did make changes in preparation beginning with sauteeing the onion & fresh garlic and then adding chicken broth instead of the water. I did not thaw the spinach but did puree the spinach/broth/onion mixture before adding the cream base. To cut fat I substituted 1 1/2 cups of half-and-half with a can of evaporated milk. We will definitely be making this a lot -- easy and very satisfying. Thanks for a great recipe. Read More

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tickleyears

05/19/2015

I found this disappointing and quite bland. Had to add garlic croutons bacon pieces and parmesan cheese on top to make it interesting. Read More

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(2)

174 Ratings

5 star values: 137
4 star values: 27
3 star values: 6
2 star values: 4
1 star values: 0

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ChefAno1

02/18/2007

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TaraAnne

01/23/2007

My husband made this soup and it turned out delicious! The taste reminded me of my mother's homemade creamed spinich just more "soupy." My only suggestion is if you're making it for more than two adults double the recipe. 2 adults and one 7 year old finished this off in one sitting. We will make it again and we WILL double the recipe. Thanks! Read More

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Janet Hamilton

05/12/2008

I loved this soup! I used 2Tbls. of chicken base as I didn't have the chicken granules and part fat free half and half. The taste was still great. The next time I will use all fat free. I purchased the chicken base from Sam's club. Don't add salt if you use it, as it can be quite salty. Read More

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foodlover

01/09/2009

Hmmm interesting. Good for something new. I sautteed the onions and fresh garlic then added the water and spinach( didn't bother to thaw) simmered then added 2.5 cups whole milk and pureed. I omitted the butter/flour roux. It needs plenty of salt and pepper about 1 ts of each. And what I learned is...do not puree! Follow the recipe on that. Purreing it made the spinach kinda in your face while before it was milder. But the butter/flour part can be omitted...use a TB of flour or so if you want to thicken it. What I dislike about it( probably my own fault for pureeing) was that it seemed very rich even without the butter/flour. I'll try again with 2 cups milk 3 cups water and not pureeing. Update: Ok if you were disappointed in this like I was stop eating and FREEZE! The reheated leftovers are SO much better! The spinach and milk taste much more blended together. I loved this for breakfast with Triscuits( No affliation I just love Triscuits) crushed in and a little cheese on top...I'm usually not a fan of topping soups with stuff but it so works for this. Parmesan and Monterrey Jack were both great. Read More

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LISAORJACK

08/17/2007

This was super. I used a little real onion minced finely instead of dried stuff but you have to mince it finely. Added a pinch of cayenne powder & grated some nutmeg in it. Super yummo! Read More

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12/18/2008

Very good. Used fresh garlic some fresh herbs and some finely diced roasted red peppers to give it more flavor. Gets better the longer it sits. Read More

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Barbara Lemonakis

01/05/2010

I used fresh spinach and fat free half and half. WOW! This is so good and beyond nutritious Read More

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JULY2501

12/31/2006

omg this recipe is awesome!! my husband and I totally love it! Thanks for such an awesome recipe. I did do a couple of things different but didn't deviate from the recipe much. I just added more garlic then called for and added some parsley because we like parsley in our soups. Thanks so much for an awesome recipe. We will definitly make this recipe again and try different veggies!! Thanks again! Read More

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RAMSEES

11/17/2006

Every Wednesday I try a new recipe for soup. This is one of the really good recipes. My husband thought it great. Thanx for the recipe. Read More

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tickleyears

05/19/2015

I found this disappointing and quite bland. Had to add garlic croutons bacon pieces and parmesan cheese on top to make it interesting. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Creamy Spinach Soup

Servings Per Recipe: 5
Calories: 330.3

% Daily Value *

protein: 18 %

carbohydrates: 5 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 12 %

sugars:

fat: 41 %

saturated fat: 82 %

cholesterol: 26 %

vitamin a iu: 226 %

niacin equivalents: 28 %

vitamin b6: 15 %

vitamin c: 13 %

folate: 37 %

calcium: 28 %

iron: 12 %

magnesium: 31 %

potassium: 15 %

sodium: 24 %

thiamin: 19 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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LISAORJACK

08/17/2007

This was super. I used a little real onion minced finely instead of dried stuff but you have to mince it finely. Added a pinch of cayenne powder & grated some nutmeg in it. Super yummo!

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