Description
Creamed spinach is a classic side dish that combines tender cooked spinach with a rich and creamy sauce, making it a comforting and flavorful addition to any meal. This recipe ensures a perfect balance of creaminess and spinach goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Spinach: Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
- Cook the Spinach: In a large pot, wilt the spinach in batches. Drain and squeeze out excess water.
- Make the Cream Sauce: In a skillet, melt the butter and sauté garlic. Add cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
- Creamed Spinach: Add the cooked spinach to the cream sauce. Stir well to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy hot.
Notes
Notes:
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of nutmeg or a dash of cayenne for extra flavor.
- For a lighter version, you can use milk instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
