Creamed Spinach is a rich and creamy side dish made with fresh spinach, butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese. It's a popular accompaniment to many main courses and brings a comforting, indulgent touch to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh spinach washed and trimmed
- 3 tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg freshly grated
- To taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the spinach in batches, cooking until wilted after each addition.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the cream thickens.
- Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir well and remove from heat. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg