Creamed Spinach Recipe
A creamy and flavorful creamed spinach recipe that combines fresh spinach with a rich Parmesan cheese sauce, perfect as a comforting side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
Dairy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dry Ingredients & Spices
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch Spinach: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the fresh spinach for 3 minutes until wilted. Drain thoroughly and chop the spinach coarsely.
- Make Roux: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a smooth paste.
- Add Milk and Seasonings: Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens. Then add the garlic powder, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if desired. Stir well to combine.
- Combine Spinach and Sauce: Add the chopped spinach to the cheese sauce and mix thoroughly. Cook for an additional 3 minutes on medium heat until the mixture is heated through and creamy.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the creamed spinach warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream.
- Use fresh nutmeg grated directly for a more robust aroma instead of pre-ground nutmeg.
- To make this dish gluten free, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch.
- Make sure to drain the spinach well after blanching to avoid watery creamed spinach.
- Grated Parmesan cheese can be substituted with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
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