Creamy Spinach Soup

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

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 330 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

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.

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.