Description
Creamed spinach is a rich and creamy side dish made with fresh spinach, cream, and seasonings, offering a delicious way to enjoy this nutritious green vegetable.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Drain the spinach and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out excess water and chop finely.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually add the heavy cream, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens.
- Add the garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the cream mixture.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- This dish pairs well with steak, chicken, or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg