Boston Market Creamed Spinach
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Boston Market Creamed Spinach, a restaurant-inspired classic that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or holiday feasts. This creamy side dish combines tender, chopped spinach with a luxurious, velvety sauce made from butter, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Sautéed onions and a hint of nutmeg add depth and warmth, while a smooth roux brings everything together. Easy to make in just 30 minutes, this recipe is an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats or hearty casseroles. Whether you’re recreating a beloved takeout favorite or trying it for the first time, this creamed spinach will be the star of your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces frozen chopped spinach
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons ground nutmeg
Instructions
Thaw the frozen chopped spinach according to package instructions and squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped yellow onion to the butter and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the onions and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Do not let it brown.
Gradually add the milk and chicken broth to the skillet, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce begins to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Add the shredded Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Fold the thawed, drained spinach into the sauce and mix well to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the spinach is heated through.
Taste the creamed spinach and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot as a delicious side dish for your favorite main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 297 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3190 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.4 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1668 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3062 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
