Cream Of Spinach Soup

Enjoy the green goodness of spinach with this creamy and cheesy cream of spinach soup. The presence of spinach makes the soup full of flavor and it gives it an intriguing bright green color. It is a hearty meal and it is sure to please everyone on a chilly day. Or, if you are entertaining, serve this creamy and vibrant soup just before the main course. It is super quick to prepare, easy and the taste is absolutely incredible.Do not forget to store some Spinach Soup in a water bottle from Vaya to sip through the day.

Health Benefits

1. Spinach leaves are loaded with a myriad of nutrients and antioxidants, which are considered to be very healthy. Spinach contains vitamin A, C, K1, minerals, folic acid, iron and calcium and all these benefits the eye greatly. It reduces blood pressure levels, helps prevent cancer, and is also used as medicine in some drugs.
2. Pepper is a great source of vitamin A, C, and folate. Pepper supports healthy night vision and they contain antioxidants that helps prevent cancer in the body. Down with the cold? Pack some healthy soup to have on the go and give your body much-needed nourishment.

Ingredients

cup chopped onions: 1

Butter: 2 tbsp

medium potatoes, peeled and cubed: 3

cups chicken broth: 1 1/2

chicken bouillon cubes: 2

cups packed fresh spinach leaves: 2

salt: 1/2 tsp

pepper: 1/8 tsp

cup sour cream: 3/4

How To Make Cream Of Spinach Soup

1. Cook the onions and butter in a large saucepan on medium heat for about 3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
2. Add the potatoes, chicken broth and bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 15minutes or until the potatoes are tender and can be pierced with a fork.
4. Add the spinach and cook for 3minutes or until tender.
5. Pour the soup mixture in batches into the blender and blend until smooth.
6. Pour back in the saucepan and season with salt and pepper. Whisk in the sour cream.
7. The soup can be served either hot or cold depending on your preference. 

Trivia

1. Medieval artists extracted green color from spinach to use as ink as well as paint.