Name: Spinach & Goat Cheese Bisque
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 large yellow onions, chopped; 0.5 teaspoon salt, divided, plus more to taste; 2 tablespoons plus 2 cups water, divided; 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh; 1 large Yukon Gold potato, peeled and diced; 2 tablespoons cream sherry or Marsala; 4 cups vegetable broth, store-bought or homemade; 24 cups gently packed spinach (about 1 1/4 pounds), any tough stems trimmed; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 0.5 cup crumbled fresh goat cheese (2 ounces), plus more for garnish; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or more to taste; Soup croutons for garnish (see Tip)

Cook Time:

50 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings, about 1 cup each

Nutrition Profile:

Egg Free Gluten-Free Healthy Immunity High Fiber Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 large yellow onions, chopped
½ teaspoon salt, divided, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons plus 2 cups water, divided
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh
1 large Yukon Gold potato, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons cream sherry or Marsala
4 cups vegetable broth, store-bought or homemade
24 cups gently packed spinach (about 1 1/4 pounds), any tough stems trimmed
Pinch of cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup crumbled fresh goat cheese (2 ounces), plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
Soup croutons for garnish (see Tip)

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add onions and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring frequently, until the onions begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add 2 tablespoons water and thyme and cover. Cook, stirring frequently until the pan cools down, and then occasionally, always covering the pan again, until the onions are greatly reduced and have a deep caramel color, 25 to 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine the remaining 2 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large soup pot or Dutch oven; add potato. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until very soft, 12 to 15 minutes.
When the onions are caramelized, stir sherry (or Marsala) into them; add them to the pot along with broth. Return to a simmer. Stir in spinach, cayenne and nutmeg; cover and cook, stirring once, until the spinach is tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat, stir in goat cheese, butter and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; allow the butter and cheese to melt. Puree the soup in the pot with an immersion blender until perfectly smooth or in a regular blender in batches (return it to the pot). Taste and add more salt and/or lemon juice, if desired. Serve garnished with a large soup crouton and crumbled goat cheese, if desired.

Tips

Tip: To make 8 soup croutons: Slice one-fourth of a whole-grain baguette into 8 slices 1/2 inch thick. Melt 1 tablespoon butter; lightly brush on both sides of each slice. Place the slices on a baking sheet. Bake at 350°F until the edges are crisp and golden brown, 10 to 20 minutes, keeping an eye on them so they don't burn.

To make ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

141	Calories
7g	Fat
16g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 141
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 16g	6%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 4g	8%
Total Fat 7g	9%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 13mg	4%
Vitamin A 5923IU	118%
Vitamin C 18mg	20%
Folate 95mcg	24%
Sodium 291mg	13%
Calcium 110mg	8%
Iron 3mg	16%
Magnesium 64mg	15%
Potassium 514mg	11%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.