Cream of Spinach Soup

Method

This recipe comes from James Peterson, author of many cookbooks, including Splendid Soups.

• 3 medium leeks, cleaned and sliced thin
• 1 large Yukon Gold potato, peeled and cut into thin slices
• 1 quart milk, water, or chicken broth
• 2 10-ounces bags of spinach or 2 10-ounce bunches, stemmed and washed
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Put leeks and potatoes in a pot with the liquid and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until the potatoes and leeks are completely soft, about 25 minutes. Add spinach and return to a simmer.

Purée in a blender or using a hand-held immersion blender and strain into a clean pot. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Yield

4 servings