Boston Market Like Creamed Spinach
Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of Boston Market-style creamed spinach with this easy restaurant-quality recipe that's perfect for cozy dinners and holiday feasts. Packed with tender spinach and a luscious cream sauce made with butter, cream cheese, and Parmesan, this dish is elevated by aromatic sautéed onions, a hint of garlic powder, and a dash of nutmeg for warm, earthy flavor. Using frozen spinach keeps prep time quick, while a homemade roux ensures the perfect creamy texture every time. Serve this irresistible side with roasted meats or alongside mashed potatoes for a comforting meal that's sure to impress. Perfectly creamy, indulgent, and bursting with flavor, this creamed spinach recipe will become your new go-to for effortless decadence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz frozen chopped spinach
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup whipping cream
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Thaw the frozen spinach completely, then place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to combine. Cook the flour for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to create a roux.
Slowly whisk in the whole milk and whipping cream, making sure to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
Stir in the cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Add garlic powder, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Mix well to combine the flavors.
Fold the squeezed spinach into the cream sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the spinach mixture to simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.9 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.4 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 2335 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1351 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2886 mg | 61% | |
*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.
