Creamed Spinach
Creamed Spinach is an easy side dish recipe you can quickly make in a pinch. This steakhouse favorite is the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 - 4 cloves garlic minced
- 10 - 11 oz. baby spinach chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 oz. cream cheese cut into small cubes
- salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese optional (for topping)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant.
- Add the spinach and saute, stirring occasionally, until the spinach begins to wilt.
- Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir constantly until the cream cheese melts and thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Want to amp up the flavor? A pinch of ground nutmeg helps the flavors pop. You can also try a pinch of cayenne pepper. Or, try adding ½ to 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning along with the salt and pepper.
- If the pan is too full at the beginning, you can cover the pan with a lid for a minute or two to help speed up the wilting process.
- Frozen spinach can be used in place of fresh. Thaw it and squeeze out as much water as you can.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5088IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1mg
