Creamed Spinach Paula Deen
Indulge in the rich, velvety comfort of Creamed Spinach Paula Deen-style, a luxurious side dish that brings Southern charm to your table. Bursting with flavor, this recipe combines fresh spinach with a heavenly cream sauce made from butter, milk, heavy cream, and a hint of cream cheese for added decadence. Sautéed onions and garlic infuse the dish with savory depth, while a touch of nutmeg and Parmesan cheese makes every bite irresistible. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this creamed spinach is quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and serves up to six. Whether paired with roasted meats or served as a standalone delight, this classic recipe will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Gradually sprinkle the flour into the skillet, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the cream cheese to the skillet and stir until fully melted and combined.
Meanwhile, blanch the spinach in a pot of boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer it immediately to an ice water bath to stop the cooking.
Drain the spinach thoroughly, squeezing out as much excess water as possible, and roughly chop the spinach.
Stir the chopped spinach into the cream sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
Serve warm, and enjoy this creamy, flavorful spinach dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1840 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.9 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.8 g | 434% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 3985 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 58.3 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1734 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 26.2 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 5862 mg | 125% | |
*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.
