Step 1: Gather ingredients for the cream of spinach soup rice. You will need the following items:
- Rice (any variety of your choice)
- Spinach leaves (fresh or frozen)
- Milk (or any milk substitute)
- Butter or oil (for cooking)
- Onion (for flavoring)
- Garlic (optional, for added flavor)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Step 2: Cook the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, set it aside.
Step 3: In a large pot or saucepan, heat some butter or oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened.
Step 4: Next, add minced garlic (if using) and cook for another minute. This will help to release the aroma of the spices.
Step 5: Add frozen spinach leaves to the pot and stir well. Cook the spinach leaves until they wilt and turn bright green in color.
Step 6: Pour enough milk into the pot to cover the spinach leaves. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7: Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the soup thickens slightly.
Step 8: Once the soup has thickened, remove the pot from heat and let it cool down slightly.
Step 9: Blend the soup in a blender until smooth. You can also add some of the cooked rice to the blender to make the soup creamier.
Step 10: Serve the cream of spinach soup rice hot, garnished with fresh spinach leaves or chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!