Creamy Spinach Artichoke Soup
Creamy Spinach Artichoke Soup. Creamy, cheesy, delicious. Think spinach artichoke dip but in soup form. It’s creamier since it’s soup but tastes just like dipping a crispy cracker in spinach artichoke dip. And that’s the key...having crusty bread for dipping !!
Cozy, comforting soup because it’s Monday and we kind of just need it, you know?! Today was certainly not my favorite day at work. First of all it’s Monday and let’s be honest that typically isn’t anyones favorite day. Plus, today was pretty hectic which isn’t always my favorite way to start the week, but at least it made today go by quick. And I had this Spinach Artichoke Soup to look forward to tonight ;) !! Spinach Artichoke Dip is always a winner in my family. It’s hard not to love that decadent, creamy, cheesy dip with crunchy crackers or maybe even some crispy potato chips.
Today we were inspired to make this Spinach Artichoke Soup since the weather is still chilly, but those spring vibes are definitely in the air. When I say this literally tastes just like the dip, I am so not kidding. Which is why the toasted, crusty bread for dunking in all that creamy deliciousness is a must. And if Spinach Artichoke Dip is a winner in your house, you’re definitely going to want to give the soup form a try !!
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion; chopped
2 garlic cloves; chopped
1 (10 ounce package) frozen chopped spinach
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts; drained and chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
white pepper
toasted sour dough bread for serving
Directions
In a large stock pot, melt the butter. Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the frozen spinach and stir over medium heat until warmed through. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour.
Pour in the chicken broth and artichokes. Cook over medium heat for 5 - 10 minutes. Turn the heat down to low. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Add the cream cheese in chunks to let it melt slowly. When combined, stir in the parmesan cheese and add white pepper to taste.
Serve with toasted sour dough bread.
