Description
Indulge in this Creamed Spinach Recipe, a creamy and rich side dish that will elevate any meal. Combining frozen spinach with heavy cream, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, this dish is both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, the silky sauce envelops tender spinach leaves for a delightful experience. Serve it alongside grilled steak, roasted chicken, or baked salmon to impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds frozen cut leaf spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup shallots (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen spinach, then squeeze out excess water.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Sauté shallots for about 4 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a low boil and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Mix in grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until melted.
- Add the drained spinach and stir until fully coated in the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg