Nothing warms the soul quite like a comforting bowl of soup. Winter is a time for comfort and warmth. And what better way to bring that comfort than with a bowl of Grandma’s comforting winter soup! Whether you’re looking for a cozy meal to share with family or a simple lunch to enjoy on your own, this delicious recipe is sure to do the trick. With garlic and other flavorful ingredients, this soup is sure to be a hit during the cold winter months. So grab your favorite pot and let’s get cooking!
Combining earthy mushrooms, spinach, potatoes and garlic creates a flavor that is both warm and inviting. My sister added the idea of topping it off with crunchy chickpeas to give it an extra bit of texture that will leave you wanting more! So, before the days get shorter and you turn on the oven, make this soup and enjoy!
Grandma’s Comforting Creamy Winter Soup
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This satisfying, earthy soup is warm and comforting. Combining mushrooms, spinach and potatoes lends perfect flavor and the crunchy chickpeas on top in place of croutons make it a standout dish!
Ingredients
3 T. olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 c. vegetable stock
2 c. warm water
7 oz. Portobello mushrooms, chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
7 oz. heavy cream
2 c. baby spinach, rough chopped
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
1 c. canned chickpeas, drained, rinsed and lightly patted dry
2 T. olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a stock pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, until onion becomes soft and translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes.
2. Add vegetable stock, water, mushrooms, and potatoes.
3. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and boil until potatoes are soft, approximately 10 minutes. Time to cook will vary based on size of potato cubes.
4. Add a spoonful of the hot liquid to the heavy cream to temper it before adding it to the pot. Stir to combine and simmer for another 1-2 minutes.
5. Add spinach. Simmer 5 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Remove from heat and set aside, covered to retain heat.
6. In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
7. Add chickpeas and cook until crispy, stirring occasionally.
8. To serve, ladle soup into serving bowls. Top with crispy chickpeas. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
