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Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach: A Comforting Classic Made Healthy

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This creamed spinach recipe revitalizes dinner tables with a nutritious twist, featuring fresh spinach and Parmesan.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach Base
  • 1 bag Baby Spinach Can substitute with frozen leaf spinach
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with red onion or shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferred; jarred works too
For the Cream Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adjust salt if using salted butter
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half and half
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Avoid fat-free versions
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Nutmeg Freshly grated recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Divided; adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust based on preference
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated enhances flavor

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Large skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamed Spinach
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add baby spinach and submerge for about 30 seconds until wilted. Transfer to a colander.
  2. Rinse the blanched spinach under cold water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out excess moisture and set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Lower heat and whisk in heavy cream until warm. Add cream cheese and Parmesan, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  5. Incorporate spinach into the creamy mixture, season with pepper and nutmeg. Heat gently for 2-3 more minutes until well-coated and warmed through.
  6. Transfer the creamed spinach to a serving dish and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid over-squeezing the spinach and use fresh cheese for a richer flavor. Feel free to adapt ingredients based on availability.

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