Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with ourSpinach Chowder, a comforting and nourishing dish that embodies the essence of culinary artistry. This delectable chowder is a harmonious blend of tender spinach, savory vegetables, and a velvety broth that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.
Drenched in a creamy and flavorful broth, this chowder features an array of vegetables, each contributing their unique flavors and textures. From the sweetness of carrots and celery to the earthy notes of mushrooms and the delicate crunch of water chestnuts, every bite is a delightful journey through a garden of flavors.
The heart of this chowder lies in the vibrant spinach, which infuses the dish with its rich, verdant hue and an abundance of essential nutrients. With every spoonful, you'll savor the subtle bitterness of spinach, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the vegetables and the creaminess of the broth.
Garnished with a sprinkle of crispy bacon and a dollop of sour cream, this Spinach Chowder transcends the ordinary, becoming an extraordinary culinary experience. Whether you're seeking a cozy meal on a chilly evening or a delightful addition to your next gathering, this chowder will undoubtedly captivate your senses and leave you craving more.
In addition to the classic Spinach Chowder recipe, this article offers variations that cater to different dietary preferences and culinary adventures. From a vegetarian version that celebrates the bounty of plant-based ingredients to a seafood chowder that marries the flavors of the sea with the essence of spinach, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate.
So embark on this culinary adventure, explore the recipes within, and discover the magic of Spinach Chowder, a dish that will elevate your dining experience to new heights.
OYSTER AND SPINACH CHOWDER
This is my take on the oyster stew that my mom used to make when I was a child. I kind of gussied it up a bit by adding some fresh veggies, thickening the soup, and adding cheese.
Provided by Raoulysgirl
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the chopped onion, green onion, and mushrooms until tender. Stir in the spinach a handful at a time and cook to wilt.
- Whisk together 2 cups of milk with the flour in a small bowl. Pour into saucepan, and add remaining milk and chicken broth. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in undrained oysters and cheese. Cook, stirring often, until cheese has melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 186.7 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
HAM, POTATO, CORN AND SPINACH CHOWDER
So, I am home by myself and starving. I got to thinking about soup I had as a child with farmer's sausage and potato. While I am living in Canada again for the first time in years and actually have farmer's sausage in my freezer, I also had left over ham. So, here is my take on a hearty, yummy soup that most people can probably make with leftovers from a big ham dinner. Give it a whirl, I think you will be pleased. Note that I added a kind of weird ingredient of greek sour cream because I thought it would add a nice sourness to the soup (kind of like buttermilk) and I happened to have some in the house. I think regular sour cream (but probably not lowfat) would work too.
Provided by pokergirl33
Categories Chowders
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- melt about 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan (real butter is sooo much better than margarine, trust me on this).
- add in about a teaspoon of onion flakes to rehydrate and soften.
- when the butter gets a bit brown add 2 tablespoons of flour.
- whisk together until you have "cooked" the flour (about 30 seconds).
- add 2 cups of milk and whisk until smooth.
- add a cup of chicken broth. I actually used chicken bouillon because that is what I had.
- add one heaping tablespoon of greek sour cream (see notes about using regular sour cream instead).
- Add 2 nuggets of chopped frozen spinach.
- let simmer on low while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
- add a couple shakes of garlic powder.
- I put in A LOT of black pepper but do it to your taste.
- Add dill to taste as well, I used dry because that is what I had, but fresh would be super good.
- Chop up about 2 cups of ham into bite sized pieces.
- open the corn and drain.
- peel one big left over baked potato and chop into bite sized pieces.
- Add all the ham, potato and corn.
- Taste and add extra dill, pepper if desired. I added another tablespoon of sour cream because I thought it would taste good.
- Let simmer until all the ingredients are hot and the spinach is dispersed throughout.
- and eat!
SPINACH AND CORN CHOWDER
Easy and rich chowder, definitely not low cal. We have a large family and love soup, so this recipe makes a lot. I made this up on the spot when we needed a soup course one day and it worked great! Enjoy!
Provided by GuavaJelli
Categories Chowders
Time 45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Over medium high heat, cook chopped bacon in olive oil until crisp, remove and set aside.
- Saute onion, green pepper, garlic and dried peppers (if using) in left over oil until soft but not brown (3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium, add flour and whisk to form roux; cook roux until slightly toasty - do not let brown (3 minutes).
- Add stock or water 2 cups at a time, whisking to prevent lumps.
- Add corn, spinach and butter; simmer 10 minutes.
- Add milk, cream, reserved bacon bits and seasonings to taste, stir and simmer 5-10 additional minutes.
- **Optional** If soup is not thick enough, dissolve cornstarch in cold water, then add to soup and stir until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.2, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 68.3, Sodium 146.2, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 6
CLAM CHOWDER WITH SPINACH AND DILL
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Put clams in a large deep skillet and add 4 cups water. Cover tightly with lid and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high and continue cooking until all clams have opened, about 5 minutes. Remove lid and let clams cool. Shuck clams, discarding shells, and reserve in small bowl. Strain broth through a fine-meshed sieve. You should have about 3 1/2 cups clam juice. Keep warm over low heat.
- Put olive oil and butter in a wide heavy-bottomed soup pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and leek, season with salt, pepper and cayenne, and cook until softened, about five minutes. Add celery, bay leaves and thyme sprig and cook for 5 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small pot. Cut bacon crosswise into 1/2-inch lardons. Simmer lardons for 2 minutes, then drain. Add lardons to soup pot, along with potatoes. Season generously, stir to coat and cook for 1 minute.
- Add 3 1/2 cups warm clam broth and bring pot to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 7 to 10 minutes. Check seasoning.
- Just before serving, add reserved shucked clams, stir in spinach and heat through. Stir together crème fraîche and lemon zest and season to taste. Ladle soup into wide bowls. Add a tablespoon of crème fraîche mixture to each bowl and sprinkle with dill and scallions.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 443, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1038 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
QUINOA CORN AND SPINACH CHOWDER
Adapted from: "Vegetable Soups from Deborah Madison's Kitchen". "I absolutely adore this soup. It's a meal in a bowl that's just filling enough, plus you can have it on the table in less than thirty minutes. The liquid that comes from cooking the quinoa is so tasty that it becomes the chowder's broth. The only caveat about quinoa is that it's important to rinse it very thoroughly in plenty of water before cooking to rid it of any traces of the slightly bitter saponin that naturally coats the grain. Mostly this has been done for you, but a good rinse is extra insurance. Otherwise, quinoa is perfect: a light, highly nutritious, quick cooking grain. And this chowder is perfect for summer--or any time of the year."
Provided by Engrossed
Categories Chowders
Time 30m
Yield 2 quarts, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Simmer the quinoa in 7 cups boiling water for 10 minutes.
- While the quinoa is cooking, slice off the top half of the corn kernels, then reverse your knife and press out the milk with the dull edge running down the length of the cobs. Set aside.
- Drain quinoa, but reserve liquid.
- Heat the oil in a 3-quart saucepan with garlic and chile, cook for about 30 seconds over medium heat, then add the cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and the potatoes.
- Measure 6 cups of the quinoa-cooking water and add it to the pot. Bring to a boil, then add the quinoa and simmer, partially covered, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add the corn and its scrapings.
- Turn off the heat, taste for salt, and season the soup with pepper.
- Add the cheese, then stir in the spinach and the green onions. As soon as the spinach is wilted, after 2-3 minutes, serve the soup, garnished with the cilantro and hard-boiled egg if you're using it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.2, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 209.5, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 7.6
CHICKEN AND SPINACH CHOWDER
This is a very hearty chowder, great for cold days and Since my husband doesn't like seafood but does like a chowder I came up with this by taking parts of other recipes.
Provided by dawn evans
Categories Chowders
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Sauté the onion and garlic in the butter and olive oil, when the onion becomes translucent, add the flour, and make a roux, let the butter and flour mixture cook for about a minute before adding 1 quart of half and half.
- 2. Into the roux add in the carrots and chicken. Once the mixture becomes thick add the chicken broth. Once the mixture thickens again, add the spinach, and seasonings.
- 3. I like to add the green onion and parmesan cheese on top when serving
- 4. This is a very fast moving recipe so I have everything measured and ready so as to not burn it
SPINACH CHOWDER
For a soup as simple to prepare as this, it looks very eligant and tastes better!! One of my favourites when company is coming.
Provided by Tebo3759
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine spinach, soup, milk& Oxo cubes dissolved in boiling water.
- Heat slowly, stir occasionally for about 20 minutes until spinach has thawed.
- Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
- Serve garnished with egg slices and crumbled bacon on top.
POTATO-SPINACH CHOWDER
Steps:
- Mince spinach, potatoes, 1/4 cup green onion and garlic together in a food processor, using the pulsing action. Combine the spinach-potato mixture with broth in a medium saucepan. Add mace and pepper. Blend well; heat through over medium heat. Just before serving blend in 1 cup yogurt. To serve, top the chowder with dollops of the remaining yogurt and green onion. Servings: 6 Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 110; Total fat 1.5g; Saturated Fat 0.5g; Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 430mg; Carbohydrate 18g; Fiber 3g; Protein 6g
Tips:
- Fresh Spinach: For the best flavor and texture, use fresh spinach leaves. If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely before adding it to the chowder.
- Mirepoix: The combination of chopped carrots, celery, and onion is a classic flavor base for many soups and stews. Make sure to sauté the mirepoix until it is softened and fragrant before adding the other ingredients.
- Chicken or Vegetable Broth: Use a good quality chicken or vegetable broth for the best flavor. If you don't have any homemade broth on hand, use low-sodium store-bought broth.
- Milk or Cream: You can use whole milk, low-fat milk, or even heavy cream to make the chowder. The type of milk you use will affect the richness and thickness of the chowder.
- Shredded Cheese: Use a good quality shredded cheese that melts well. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all good options.
- Seasonings: Season the chowder to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices and herbs, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or thyme.
- Garnish: Before serving, garnish the chowder with fresh parsley, chives, or bacon bits.
Conclusion:
Spinach chowder is a delicious and nutritious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy texture, flavorful broth, and tender spinach, this chowder is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting soup, give this spinach chowder a try.
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