Handwritten recipe for Grandma's Spinach Soup
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Creamy Spinach and Rice Soup with Romano Cheese

Grandma's Spinach Soup
This hearty and comforting spinach soup, affectionately titled “Grandma's Spinach Soup,” captures the essence of home-cooked warmth and simplicity. With a foundation of chicken stock, garlic, fresh vegetables, and long-grain rice, this soup balances nutrition and flavor. A dollop of sour cream and a garnish of fresh dill elevate it into something truly special. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a light but satisfying meal, this recipe continues to charm with its rustic roots and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 146 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1 garlic clove (crushed)
  • 2 boxes frozen spinach
  • 1 cup red peppers (chopped )
  • ½ cup long grain rice
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Romano cheese (grated )
  • sour cream (for garnish)
  • fresh dill (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Base

  • In a large pot, bring chicken stock to a boil.
  • Add crushed garlic, spinach, and chopped red peppers.

Step 2: Add Rice and Seasonings

  • Stir in the long grain rice.
  • Add nutmeg, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer until rice is fully cooked (about 20–25 minutes).

Step 3: Finish the Soup

  • Stir in grated Romano cheese.
  • Ladle soup into bowls.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

  • Top each bowl with a dollop of sour cream.
  • Garnish with fresh dill.
  • Serve hot.

Tips

  • Add cooked shredded chicken for a heartier soup.
  • Swap Romano cheese with Parmesan if preferred.
  • Use fresh spinach instead of frozen (about 16 ounces).
  • Add a splash of cream for a richer broth.
  • Stir in cooked white beans for added protein and fiber.
  • Include diced onions when sautéing garlic for extra flavor.
  • Replace rice with orzo or quinoa for variation.
  • Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for gentle heat.
  • Garnish with extra lemon zest for brightness.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 349mgPotassium: 494mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 8927IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, easy soup, family recipe, heirloom recipe, spinach soup, vintage recipe
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