Description
Indulge in this delectable Creamed Spinach Recipe, a perfect side dish that effortlessly elevates any meal. With its luxurious texture and rich flavor, this dish combines tender spinach with a creamy sauce enhanced by shallots and garlic. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family gathering, this versatile side will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it features frozen spinach for year-round convenience and pairs beautifully with chicken, beef, or turkey.
Ingredients
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- 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 (freshly ground)
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (grated)
- 2 pounds frozen cut leaf spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
Instructions
- Thaw 2 pounds of frozen spinach completely and squeeze out excess water.
- In a pot over medium-low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots and sauté until soft (about 4 minutes). Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute.
- Pour in 2 cups of heavy whipping cream, adding 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Bring to a low boil while stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Fold in the thawed spinach until evenly mixed and heated through before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg