Name: Creamed Spinach
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: . Butter and Aromatics; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 shallots (diced) ((⅔ cup)); ½ teaspoon sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves (grated); 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; . Cream and Cheese; 1 cup heavy cream; ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; . Spinach and Seasoning; 20 ounces fresh spinach; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ((plus more to taste))

Welcome to your new favorite side dish! This Creamed Spinach is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor — perfect for elevating any meal.

Quick Tips

Using fresh spinach gives this dish a vibrant color and taste. Feel free to adjust the lemon juice to your liking for that extra zing!

Why You'll Love It

This part’s so satisfying when the cheese melts into the creamy goodness. Trust me, you’ll love it!

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the Base:
Step 1

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots, salt, and several grinds of pepper and cook for 4 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the garlic, followed by the flour.
Step 2

Add the cream and reduce the heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cream is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Add the cheese and stir until melted.
Step 3

Add the spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until just wilted. The sauce will thin out slightly from the water released by the spinach. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to thicken the sauce, then stir in the lemon juice.
Step 4

Season to taste and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 250, Fat: 20g, Carbs: 10g, Protein: 6g

Cooking techniques

Sauteing the shallots brings out their natural sweetness, while simmering the cream thickens the sauce beautifully. Make sure to keep the heat low to avoid scorching!

Variations or substitutions

Try adding a pinch of nutmeg for warmth or substituting the spinach with kale for a different twist!

Storage tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of cream if needed.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use cornstarch as a thickener instead of flour!