Toasted Rice Soup With Spinach Parmesan Cheese Food

SPINACH AND RICE SOUP

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Use baby spinach leaves to prepare this light and fresh-tasting soup. From a cookbook given to me by my swap parener, Pneuma, "500 Greatest-Ever Vegetarian Recipes."

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs fresh Baby Spinach, washed
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small fresh red chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup risotto rice
5 cups vegetable stock
salt
pepper
4 tablespoons pecorino cheese, grated

Steps:

Place the spinach in a large pan with just the water that clings to its leaves after washing. Add a large pinch of salt. Heat gently until the spinach has just wilted, then remove from heat and drain, reserving any liquid.
Either chop the spinach finely using a large knife or place it in a food; processor and process into a fairly course puree.
Heat the oil in a large, heavy saucepan. Add the onion, garlic and chile and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally for 4 - 5 minutes, until softened.
Add the rice and stir until all the grains are well coated, then pour in the stock and reserved spinach liquid. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add the spinach and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 5 - 7 minutes more, until the rice is tender. Check the seasoning and serve in warmed soup plates with the grated Pecorino cheese.

CREAM OF SPINACH CHEESE SOUP

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Give yourself a delicious calcium boost with this cream of spinach soup. I like to serve it with a green salad. You can also add 2 cups of cubed cooked chicken, if you wish. -Maria Regakis, Saugus, Massachusetts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup chicken broth
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, chopped
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine the broth, spinach, onion powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually add to soup. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 805mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CREAMY PARMESAN SPINACH

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This recipe, from Priscilla Gilbert of Indian Harbour Beach, Florida, combines fresh baby spinach with a delicious, creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. Crushed croutons top it off and give the side dish a wonderful crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2/3 cup onion and garlic salad croutons, crushed

Steps:

Place spinach and water in a Dutch oven; cover and cook for 3 minutes or until wilted. Drain and set aside., In the same pan, melt butter. Stir in the cream, lemon zest, garlic and pepper flakes; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until slightly reduced. Stir in cheese and spinach; heat through. Sprinkle with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.