Lunch: Spinach Soup with Gruyere

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Spinach Soup with Gruyere

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
10 ounces, weight Spinach
2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced
4 Tablespoons Butter
1/2 whole Medium Onion
1/4 cup Flour
3 cups Whole Milk
1-1/2 cup Half-and-half
2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
4 ounces, weight Gruyere Cheese, Grated (other Cheeses Are Fine)

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat olive over over medium heat. Add spinach and garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, or until wilted. Add spinach to a blender or food processor. Pour in 1/4 cup hot water and pulse until pureed. Set aside.
In a large soup pot, cook onion in butter over medium heat until onions begin to soften. Sprinkle flour over the top and stir to combine. Cook for about 2 minutes, then pour in milk, stirring occasionally. Add salt, pepper, and cayenne and stir to combine. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour in pureed spinach, then cook another 3 to 5 minutes until thickened.
Check seasonings, adding more salt, pepper, or cayenne as needed. Serve in a bowl. Add a little grated Gruyere.

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