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.
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
- Swap Romano with Parmesan for a milder flavor.
- Use fresh spinach if available—just double the volume.
- Add cooked chicken for a protein boost.
- A splash of cream can make it extra rich.
- Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
Nutrition
Calories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 349mgPotassium: 494mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 8927IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 2mg
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