Creamy Spinach Artichoke Soup
A warm, velvety soup brimming with fresh spinach, tender artichokes, cream cheese, and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1 can Artichoke Hearts
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Red Pepper Flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent (4-5 minutes).
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Toss in Spinach and Artichokes: Add spinach and artichokes, stirring until the spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in the Broth: Add broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Blend it Up: Lower heat and add cream cheese, stirring until melted. Use an immersion blender for a smoother texture if desired.
- Finish with Parmesan: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and top with extra Parmesan and herbs if desired.
Notes
Pair with crusty bread or homemade croutons. Adjust for spice and creaminess to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: soup, creamy soup, spinach artichoke