2 cup water
Method
Wash spinach well. Put in a large vessel. Sprinkle 2-3 pinches salt and add gourd. Boil covered, on high, till soft. (3-4 minutes after boiling) Take of fire and put in colander. Pour cold water over it. Blend in a mixie till smooth. Add water, mix and take in a deep pan. Add all other ingredients, except cream. Bring to a boil. Serve piping hot. Beat cream and pour a swirl of it over individual bowls.
Serve with warm garlic rolls or soup sticks.