chilled spicy spinach soup

Name: Chilled Spicy Spinach Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil; - salt and pepper; 2 1/2 cup(s) fresh spinach leaves, stems removed; 1 - serrano pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 - leek, washed and chopped white part only; 2 - green onions, sliced white and green parts; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 large red potatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 1/2 cup(s) water with one chicken bouillon cube dissolved, or chicken broth; 1/3 cup(s) whole milk; ## GARNISH:; - teaspoon sour cream per serving; 2 slice(s) turkey bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

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Tammy Brownlow

Dallas, TX

Updated on Jun 1, 2014

Perfect for summer this soup is chilled with a surprising spicy kick. The red potatoes thicken and add a rich creamy texture. This would be a perfect first course for a grilled juicy steak dinner. With a crusty hot roll or a light salad it makes for a nice light refreshing lunch or dinner.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Stove Top

yield Makes 3 cups

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper
2 1/2 cups fresh spinach leaves, stems removed
1 - serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 - leek, washed and chopped white part only
2 - green onions, sliced white and green parts
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 large red potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 cups water with one chicken bouillon cube dissolved, or chicken broth
1/3 cup whole milk
GARNISH:
- teaspoon sour cream per serving
2 slices turkey bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

How To Make chilled spicy spinach soup

Step 1

In a large sauce pan add olive oil. Turn heat to medium and sprinkle about half a palm full of salt and 8 turns on a pepper grinder. Add spinach, garlic, leek, onion, and serrano pepper.

Step 2

Cook about 5 minutes until spinach is wilted and leeks have softened.
Step 3

Add water, bouillon cube (or chicken broth) and potato. Cook until potato is tender, about 10 minutes. Turn off heat and allow to come to room temperature.
Step 4

In your food processor pulse cooled spinach mixture until smooth and creamy. Add 1/3 cup milk and pulse until well combined.
Step 5

Transfer to a plastic container and refrigerate until ready to serve at least 2 hours to overnight. Enjoy!
Step 6

Serve with 1 teaspoon of sour cream and crumbled bacon.
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