CHEZ PANISSE SPINACH SOUP
Adapted from "Chez Panisse Cooking" by Paul Bertolli. "Garnish the soup with garlic butter," Bertolli writes, "or swirls of crème fraîche thinned to the consistency of the soup and chopped nasturtium petals." He also suggests serving it with grated Parmesan, small buttered garlic croutons and extra-virgin olive oil drizzled over the surface. "Puréed spinach will turn a dull army green color within 20 minutes, so this soup should be blended, seasoned and served immediately."
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Spinach
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a wide stainless-steel pot (at least a 5-quart capacity) over medium-low heat.
- Add three-fourths cup of water and the carrot, celery and onion. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to cook at a low simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
- Add 4 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Add the spinach and boil for 1 additional minute, stirring until all of the spinach is well-wilted. Do not cover the pot: volatile acids, which are released when the vegetable is heated, will condense on the lid, fall back into the pot and cause discoloration.
- Purée the entire mixture using an immersion blender, or pour into a blender to purée, and transfer the soup immediately to a hot tureen. Do not strain the soup.
- Season with 1 1/2 tsps. salt and a pinch of pepper, or to taste, garnish as desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.8, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 102, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 2.1
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dujuan
dujuan@yahoo.comThis soup is the perfect comfort food. It's so warm and soothing.
Lina Haitham
lina2@yahoo.comThis soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make.
Tushar Ahmed 604
t6@hotmail.comThis soup is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet.
fahad lakho
fahad.l@gmail.comI love the bright green color of this soup. It's so inviting.
jerikho rubio (turtle)
r-jerikho@yahoo.comThis soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables, herbs, or spices to change up the flavor.
Tanim Ali
tanim@hotmail.comThis soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. I always make a big batch after Thanksgiving.
ZUBAIRU NAKAIOTO ZUBAIRU NAKAYOTO
n82@hotmail.comI love that this soup can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
Ariana Hager
a@gmail.comThis soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!
Naveed Sain
s4@gmail.comI've tried many spinach soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful.
Shannon Conroy
c.shannon@hotmail.frThis soup is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it. It's also very affordable, which is a bonus.
Anuoluwapo Timileyin
timileyina54@aol.comI love the unique flavor of this soup. The combination of spinach, nutmeg, and Parmesan cheese is divine.
MDkobir islam
m25@gmail.comThis soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying.
Funter An club
club-f@hotmail.co.ukI made this soup for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaining.
melanie vincent
vincent57@gmail.comThis soup is delicious and healthy too! I love that it's packed with vegetables.
Frank Black
frank.black@aol.comI've made this soup several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up leftover spinach.
Ayush Kumar
a-k@yahoo.comThis is my new favorite soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Eli is Funny
f.e@hotmail.comI made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the subtle hint of nutmeg.
Melissa Napper
n_melissa@gmail.comThis soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the spinach is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.