Description
A creamy and cheesy delight, this creamed spinach brings comfort and elegance to any meal with its rich flavor and velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh spinach (or 1 pound frozen spinach)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach: If using fresh spinach, wash it under cold water to remove any grit. Chop it into bite-sized pieces. For frozen spinach, allow it to thaw, then squeeze out the excess moisture.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it starts to bubble.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle in the flour, stirring vigorously for about one minute until it turns a light golden brown.
- Add the heavy cream gradually, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens into a silky consistency.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Incorporate the spinach, letting it cook for about 2-3 minutes until it wilts.
- Finish with grated Parmesan cheese until melted and blended into the mixture.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the sauce in advance, allow to cool before refrigerating. Gently reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: creamed spinach, comfort food, side dish, vegetarian, creamy recipes