French Spring Soup Recipe
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French Spring Soup

By: PAPERGODDESS 
"I make this during asparagus season when my husband's patch is producing a lot. It is very fresh tasting, and the longer it sits, the better it is."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (127)

What to Drink?
Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
25 Min
Cook Time:
35 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 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
  • 1/3 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 pound fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the leeks and onion, and cook until tender.
  2. 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.
  3. Stir spinach and heavy cream into the soup mixture, and continue cooking about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 194 | Total Fat: 13.8g | Cholesterol: 45mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2003 by KINETRON   view full review
This was a great recipe. The only change I made was to the liquid. I used 50% chicken broth...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2003 by DDAVE   view full review
I give this 4 stars only because 5 stars is the ultimate. I do really like this soup though. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2003 by ANNEDEAN   view full review
I've made the soup twice and guests liked it very much. It has a lovely fresh flavor. I used...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2006 by Aspiring Chef Rita Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I don't believe this just has 4 stars. I've been on a soup kick this year and I've made some...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 16, 2006 by cathyf   view full review
Definately add broth instead of water. Added garlic and mushrooms. Also fresh herbs such as...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2003 by bitch'n kitchen   view full review
I made the recipe and found it to be bland. My boyfriend agreed. I used concentrated chicken...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2009 by Chelsajean   view full review
This soup is amazing! And I'm terrible at cooking soups. Made a few modifications, like...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 31, 2003 by BUFALGUL2001   view full review
This was very good. Like nice restaurant quality. My husband said it was out of this world. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 17, 2007 by S.K.J.   view full review
Wanted to use some fresh asparagus that was given to me by a friend. Asparagus is not on my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2009 by ValleyGirl   view full review
Wonderful! Used homemade chicken stock in lieu of water. Really yummy!

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