Mussel Rice Soup Recipe - A Hearty and Flavorful Dish from the USA

Ingredients

• 1 cup coarsely chopped onion
• 1 tbsp butter or margarine
• 3 ribs celery, sliced
• 1/2 cup uncooked rice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp basil
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 x 4 oz (113 g) cans mussels, drained
• 2 cups torn fresh spinach