Cream Of Spinach Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. fresh spinach
8 Tbsp. margarine
1/2 c. onion, chopped
1/4 c. celery, chopped
3 c. milk
1 c. heavy cream
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
6 Tbsp. flour and pepper to taste

Preparation

Chop fresh spinach and steam in 2-inch water until tender; set aside.
Saute onion and celery in melted margarine.
Stir in flour. Add spinach (do not drain).
Simmer 15 minutes with onion and celery.
Add milk, cheese and seasonings; allow to heat.
Slowly stir in cream.
If thicker soup is desired, add 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 4 tablespoons cold water.
Serves approximately 8.