Cream Cheese Spinach
Cream Cheese Spinach is the ultimate creamy, decadent side dish that transforms simple fresh spinach into a rich, velvety crowd-pleaser. This quick and easy recipe combines tender wilted spinach with the luxurious flavors of cream cheese, butter, and Parmesan, all enhanced by fragrant garlic and a subtle hint of nutmeg. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Pair this versatile dish with roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or a hearty steak for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether you’re craving comfort or elegance, this Cream Cheese Spinach recipe strikes the perfect balance. Keywords: creamy spinach, easy side dish, garlic butter spinach, Parmesan spinach recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g fresh spinach
- 225 g cream cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and trim off any tough stems. Pat it dry using paper towels or a salad spinner.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the fresh spinach to the pan in batches, stirring and letting it wilt down before adding more. This process will take about 3-4 minutes.
Once the spinach is fully wilted, carefully drain any excess liquid from the pan and return it to the heat.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese to the pan. Stir until the cheese melts and coats the spinach evenly.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to create a creamy mixture. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Stir well to combine and taste, adjusting the seasoning if needed.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the Cream Cheese Spinach to a serving dish.
Serve warm and enjoy as a side dish to roast chicken, grilled salmon, or your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.2 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
