creamed spinach
Creamed spinach is a rich and creamy side dish made with fresh spinach, cream, and a blend of seasonings. It's a perfect accompaniment to steak, chicken, or any main dish, adding a touch of indulgence to your meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or frying pan
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh spinach Washed and chopped.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion Finely chopped.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt To taste.
- Pepper To taste.
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, making sure not to burn it.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the spinach is wilted and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
- Add the ground nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Continue to heat for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is warmed through and slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
If using frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and drain it well before using.
For a lighter version, you can substitute milk for the heavy cream, though the consistency will be different.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated before serving. Just add a splash of cream if it thickens too much while stored.