Description
Creamed spinach is a rich and creamy side dish made with fresh spinach and a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and trim the spinach.
- In a large pot, boil water and blanch the spinach for 2 minutes.
- Drain and rinse the spinach in cold water. Squeeze out excess water.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add flour and stir for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the heavy cream until smooth.
- Add Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Add the spinach and stir until well combined.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamed Spinach Halal, Spinach Recipe, Side Dish