Spinach Soup with Cream

(Kremali Ispanak Corbasi)

1,250 gr spinach, washed, drained
1 tbsp butter
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 tbsp plain flour
3 cups chicken stock
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
4 tbsp heavy cream

Saute the onion with butter for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for about one more minute. Add the flour, stir and slowly pour the chicken stock in it while stirring constantly. When it starts to boil, add the spinach, lemon juice, paprika, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes. Pour it into the blender and blend until smooth. Put 1 tablespoon of cream on top. Serve with Bread Slices with Garlic.

4 servings.