Spinach Creamy Parmesan
Elevate your side dish game with Spinach Creamy Parmesan, a luxurious blend of fresh spinach bathed in a velvety sauce infused with garlic, nutmeg, and rich Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes with simple ingredients like heavy cream and milk for a perfectly balanced creaminess. The freshly wilted spinach brings nutritional richness, while the hint of ground nutmeg adds warmth and depth to the flavor profile. Whether served as a decadent accompaniment to grilled proteins or atop pasta or rice for a comforting main course, Spinach Creamy Parmesan is a crowd-pleasing addition to any table. Ideal for spinach lovers, this recipe is an irresistible way to enjoy your greens!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the garlic and butter mixture. Stir well to form a roux, cooking for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes until it begins to thicken.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the fresh spinach to the pan in batches, stirring gently until it wilts completely. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Once the spinach is fully incorporated into the sauce, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve immediately as a side dish or over a bed of rice or pasta for a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.9 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.6 g | 378% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2675 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1261 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 249 mg | 5% | |
*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.
