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Creamy Spinach and Potato Soup

A silky, satisfying spinach soup that turns a mountain of greens into a comforting meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 15, 2026
Creamy Spinach and Potato Soup
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
35 minutes
Serves
4

I never thought I would be a person who makes spinach soup on repeat, but this recipe changed my mind. By adding a russet potato and a bit of cream cheese, the texture becomes incredibly velvety and filling.

It is a wonderful way to use up fresh baby spinach while making sure everyone at the table actually enjoys their greens. The secret is the homemade croutons, which add that necessary crunch to every spoonful.

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces fresh baby spinach
  • 1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Homemade croutons for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and cook the onion until it is soft and translucent.

  2. 2

    Add the cubed potatoes and the broth to the pot, then bring everything to a boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce the heat and let the potatoes simmer for about 15 minutes or until they are tender enough to pierce with a fork.

  4. 4

    Stir in the fresh spinach and cook just until the leaves have wilted, which should only take about 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cream cheese until it is melted and smooth.

  6. 6

    Use an immersion blender to process the soup until it is completely smooth, or carefully transfer it to a standard blender in batches.

  7. 7

    Stir in the half and half and the parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper to your preference.

  8. 8

    Serve warm with a generous handful of homemade croutons on top.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the soup thickens too much while sitting, just add a splash of broth or water when reheating. For the best texture, always add your crunchy croutons right before you serve the bowls.

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