Creamed Spinach

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, velvety classic side dish with deep savory flavors
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Creamed spinach is a timeless comfort food that transforms humble leafy greens into a luxurious, silky side dish. This recipe combines tender, wilted spinach with a rich, velvety béchamel sauce, seasoned with aromatic nutmeg and black pepper for depth. The texture is smooth yet substantial, offering a perfect balance of earthy green notes and creamy dairy richness. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, hearty stews, or as a decadent addition to a holiday feast. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish brings a touch of elegance to any dinner table while remaining deeply comforting and satisfying.

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Creamed Spinach

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 106.0

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Creamed spinach is a timeless comfort food that transforms humble leafy greens into a luxurious, silky side dish. This recipe combines tender, wilted spinach with a rich, velvety b&# 195;©chamel sauce, seasoned with aromatic nutmeg and black pepper for depth. The texture is smooth yet substantial, offering a perfect balance of earthy green notes and creamy dairy richness. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, hearty stews, or as a decadent addition to a holiday feast. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish brings a touch of elegance to any dinner table while remaining deeply comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems; spin dry or pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large heavy skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the spinach in batches to the skillet, stirring constantly until it wilts completely.
  4. Continue sautéing the spinach, pressing down with tongs to release excess moisture, until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the cooked, dried spinach to a food processor and pulse several times until roughly chopped but not pureed.
  6. In a separate saucepan, warm 1 cup of prepared béchamel sauce over low heat until hot but not boiling.
  7. Stir the chopped spinach into the warm béchamel sauce until evenly combined and heated through.
  8. Season generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg to taste.
  9. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 106.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.0g11%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
Sodium 227.6mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 8.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
Sugars 0.9g
Protein 6.7g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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