Parmesian Spinach Soup

By Grammie926

To make a meatless soup, substitute 2 tblsp olive oil for the pancetta & use vegetable broth rather than chicken.

Ingredients

• 1.3 c pancetta
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, diced
• 1 rib celery diced
• 1 carrot diced
• 3 c chicken broth
• 1 c white wine
• 4 c spinach leaves, finely chopped
• 1 c cream (optional)
• 1/2 c parmesian cheese

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In soup pot over med high heat, cook pancetta until it releases fat. Add onion, garlic, celery, & carrot. Stir frequently about 5 minutes.

Pour in broth & wine; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium & simmer 10 minutes.

Add spinach; simmer 5 minutes.

Add cream (if using), salt & pepper to taste. Simmer 5 minutes.

Remove from heat. Ladle into bowls. Divide parmesan over each bowl. Top with croutons or toasted baguette.