Creamed Spinach
Creamed Spinach is a rich and velvety side dish featuring tender spinach cooked in a smooth, creamy sauce, perfect for pairing with steak or roasted meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the spinach for about 1 minute until wilted. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and squeeze out excess water, then chop roughly.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, and nutmeg. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and the cheese has melted.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra richness, add a splash of cream cheese or a sprinkle of grated Gruyère cheese before serving.