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🌍Authentic French recipe from a France-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Cream of Spinach Soup

Cultural Context

Cream of Spinach Soup is a classic French dish that highlights the vibrant flavor of spinach, often enjoyed as a comforting starter. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, it reflects the French culinary philosophy of elevating humble vegetables through technique and creaminess. Today, variations abound, with many opting for lighter versions using yogurt or plant-based creams, making it accessible to a wider audience.

FrenchFRsoup
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
fresh spinach
butter
onion
garlic
vegetable broth
heavy cream
salt
black pepper
nutmeg
lemon juice
croutons
parmesan cheese

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and is often more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and can be made from scraps.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat until foamy.

2

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

4

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer; cook for 10 minutes.

5

Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender.

6

Return the soup to the pot and stir in heavy cream; heat gently without boiling.

7

Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to taste.

8

Add lemon juice for brightness and stir well before serving.

9

Serve hot, garnished with croutons and grated parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment Needed

Companion de Moulinex

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Spinach Cream SoupSpinach Velouté
Local Name: Crème d'épinards

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