Creamy Florentine Soup

Step 1

In a large stockpot, place the onion and butter and saute them over medium heat, adding in the garlic. Let this simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add in the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, ketchup, vegetable juice, basil, dill, hot pepper sauce, sugar, pepper, and wine.

Step 3

Let this simmer and cook for about 15 minutes.

Step 4

While this is simmering, melt the butter and whisk in the flour over medium heat or in the microwave.

Step 5

Whisk this mixture into the stockpot and let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes.

Step 6

Whisk in or mix in the 1/2 & 1/2, then add in the spinach. Stir this well to combine.

Step 7

Let this warm and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve.