Spinach and Potato in Cream Sauce
Creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Spinach and Potato in Cream Sauce recipe brings together tender potato cubes and vibrant baby spinach in a luscious, velvety sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish combines the earthy goodness of garlic-infused butter, the richness of heavy cream, and the nutty depth of Parmesan cheese, all tied together with a hint of nutmeg for warmth. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a satisfyingly creamy finish, this one-skillet dish is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it as a hearty side dish or a vegetarian main course, and watch as it becomes a family favorite. Whether you’re craving comfort food or looking to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to deliver!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Potatoes
- 200 grams Baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes, about 1-inch pieces.
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and cook the potatoes for 10-12 minutes, or until just tender. Drain and set aside.
While the potatoes cook, rinse the baby spinach and set it aside to dry.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour turns golden and forms a paste.
Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the heavy cream and continue stirring until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Gently fold the cooked potatoes and fresh spinach into the cream sauce. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the spinach to wilt and the potatoes to absorb some of the sauce.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.1 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 3215 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 876 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 3131 mg | 67% | |
*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.
