Spinach Garlic Soup

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 8 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, bring spinach, broth and carrots to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; cool to lukewarm.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onion and garlic in butter until onion is soft, about 5-10 minutes. Add flour; cook and stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes. Add to spinach mixture. Cool slightly.

Puree in small batches in a blender until finely chopped. Place in a large saucepan. Add the cream, milk, pepper and nutmeg; heat through but do not boil. Yield: 4-6 servings.

84 cal, 425mg sodium, 14g carb