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Cream of Spinach Soup

List of Ingredients




1 1/2 pounds fresh spinach or one package frozen spinach
2 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup finely minced onion
2 tablespoon flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 cups milk or half milk and half heavy cream
Cayenne pepper to tate
Whipped cream for garnish

Recipe



1. In fresh spinach is used, pick it over well and wash in several changes of cold water. Tear off and discard any tough stems. Cook the spinach in covered kettle in the water that clings to the leaves. If frozen spinach is used, cook according to package directions. Drain spinach well and set aside.
2. Heat the butter in a saucepan and add the onion. Cook until onion is wilted. Sprinkle with the flour, salt and pepper. Add the milk, stirring rapidly with a wire whisk.
3. Put the spinach through a food mill or sieve or add to the sauce and blend in an electric blender. Add cayenne, bring just to a boil and serve hot or cold with a garnish of whipped cream. Yield 6 to 8 servings.
from NY Times Heritage Cookbook