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Spinach Cream | Photo © CiberCuba Cocina

Spinach cream

Kitchen, First course

Kitchen, First course

Spices
Vegetables
Chicken
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Note:
Spinach is a vegetable famous for its iron content. The earliest crops were located in the Middle East and were introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by the Arabs. It was not until the late Middle Ages that Europe incorporated it into its agricultural production, and it later spread to America. Spinach is an ideal food for combating anemia. Additionally, it is very useful in weight-loss diets and during maternity, as it contains folic acid, which is important for genetic material formation. Spinach can be eaten in many ways—raw, boiled, steamed, or sautéed—but this time we suggest a delicious cream. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
  • 1½ liters of chicken broth
  • 200 grams of fresh spinach
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons of wheat flour
Instructions:

Wash the spinach, drain it, cut it into medium pieces, and set it aside. Keep in mind that the volume of the spinach will reduce by about three-quarters when cooked.

Freshly added spinach to chicken broth / CiberCuba Cocina

In a saucepan, heat the chicken broth. Add the diced onion and the crushed garlic cloves. Once the broth starts to boil, incorporate the spinach leaves and let them cook for 10 minutes.

Soup with Spinach and Flour in the Blender / CiberCuba Kitchen

Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Pour the broth with the spinach into the blender, add the tablespoons of wheat flour, and blend until thoroughly combined. Strain it to remove any remaining bits.

Place the smoothie in a saucepan and heat over medium flame until it begins to boil, stirring continuously. The cream will gradually thicken until it reaches your desired consistency.

Spinach Cream / CiberCuba Kitchen

Serve hot in a deep plate or bowl. Garnish with grated cheese and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy your meal!

Rations:
4
Spices
Vegetables
Chicken