No Cream Creamy Spinach Soup

Super healthy soup has a creamy texture without using any dairy.

From Mel’s Kitchen Cafe

Ingredients:

• 1 T olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 medium leeks, green parts discarded and white parts washed and chopped
• 2 medium zucchini, chopped
• salt and pepper
• 2 c stock
• 2 T fresh basil, chopped
• 2-3 c fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
• 1-2 c cooked chicken

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add garlic, leeks, and zucchini. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook 3-4 minutes, stirring often.
2. Add 1 cup stock/broth. Cover and cook 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add basil and the rest of the stock/broth. Puree until smooth.
4. Stir in spinach and chicken. Cook 4-5 minutes.