Garlic Creamed Spinach
Indulge in the velvety comfort of Garlic Creamed Spinach, a luscious side dish that combines tender wilted spinach with a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe transforms simple ingredients like fresh spinach, butter, milk, and heavy cream into an elegant and flavorful accompaniment to your favorite mains. A touch of nutmeg adds depth, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese creates a decadent finish. Perfectly balanced with the earthy flavor of spinach and the aromatic warmth of sautéed garlic, this dish is easy enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for holiday feasts. Serve it alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian spread for a crowd-pleasing favorite everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg (optional)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well.
In a large skillet or pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Remove the cooked spinach to a colander and allow it to cool slightly. Squeeze out excess moisture and roughly chop the spinach. Set aside.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux. This helps thicken the sauce.
Slowly add the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to eliminate any lumps. Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and nutmeg (if using), and continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the chopped spinach back into the skillet and stir well to coat it in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Let the creamed spinach cook for 2-3 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Serve hot as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1008 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 95 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.
