Spinach Yam Soup Recipe
Delightfully different - sweet and very tasty.
Great for a cold day.
Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes |
Serves: 4 |
Put in a pot:
3 cups water
1 large carrot, peeled and cut into rounds
4 cups yams, peeled and cut into cubes
2 stalks celery, cut into diagonals
Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, Saute in a seperate pan for 5-8 minutes:
1/4 cup canola, or sunflower oil
8 ounces frozen, chopped spinach (thawed and drained)
1 clove garlicpeeled and minced
When yams, carrots and celery are soft, let cool for 10 minutes. Then purée in a blender, food processor or with hand blender. Return to pot and stir in:
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon tamari or Bragg Liquid Aminos
Discard garlic from sautéed spinach. Add spinach to puréed soup.