Easy Spinach Soup

Name: Easy Spinach Soup
Ingredients: 2 1/2 Tbsp. butter; 1/2 c. chopped scallions; 1/2 c. finely chopped carrots; 1 clove garlic finely chopped; 6 c. chicken broth; 1/2 c. small pasta or rice (I use orzo); 10 c. washed, steamed, coarsely chopped spinach (1 -1/2 lbs.)

7 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 1/2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. chopped scallions
1/2 c. finely chopped carrots
1 clove garlic finely chopped
6 c. chicken broth
1/2 c. small pasta or rice (I use orzo)
10 c. washed, steamed, coarsely chopped spinach (1 -1/2 lbs.)

Directions

1

In a large saucepan, melt 2 1/2 Tbsp. butter.
2

Add the carrots, scallions and clove of gallic; saute until the scallions are soft. Bring the chicken broth to a boil, stir in rice or pasta.
3

Simmer 5 to 10 minutes.
4

Just before serving, stir the spinach into the hot liquid.
5

Cook for two to three minutes until spinach is done.
6

Add salt and pepper to taste.
7

Top with parmesan cheese and/or croutons if desired.