How to Make French Spring Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spring is a time of renewal and rejuvenation, and what better way to celebrate the season than with a delicious and nutritious French Spring Soup? This traditional French dish is a perfect blend of fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and hearty beans, making it the ideal meal for those cool spring days. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch option or a comforting dinner, this soup is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 pound leeks, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 quarts water
  • 3 large potatoes, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • ⅓ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 4 teaspoons salt
  • ½ pound fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the leeks and onion, and cook until tender.
  • Pour water into the pot. Mix in potatoes, carrots, asparagus, and rice. Season with salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes, until vegetables and rice are tender.
  • Stir spinach and heavy cream into the soup mixture, and continue cooking about 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    194 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 1014mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 91mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 362mg