Caribbean Spinach, Crab & Ham Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon margarine or 1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups spinach, finely chopped
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup skim milk
1/8 teaspoon coconut extract
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
4 ounces imitation crabmeat
3 ounces ham, cut into thin strips
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)

Preparation

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium low heat.
Reduce heat to low and add the onion and garlic.
Cook, covered, for 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally.
Add the spinach and cook, uncovered for 2 minutes.
Add the broth, milk, coconut extract, white pepper and reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes.
Add the crabmeat and ham and the hot pepper sauce if using.
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until meat is warmed through.
Serve warm.