Creamed Spinach With Wild Mushrooms

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, earthy side dish featuring tender spinach and aromatic wild mushrooms in a velvety cream sauce.
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Creamed Spinach With Wild Mushrooms

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 2.8

Description

This luxurious creamed spinach dish transforms simple greens into a restaurant-quality side. The deep, earthy flavor of rehydrated wild mushrooms complements the mild sweetness of fresh or frozen spinach perfectly. Enriched with heavy cream and finished with an egg yolk for silkiness, the texture is velvety and comforting. It pairs beautifully with roast chicken, steak, or even as a hearty vegetarian main. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy weeknight meals, this recipe brings a touch of elegance to your table without requiring complex techniques. The aromatic onion and butter base ensures every bite is flavorful and satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Soak the dried wild mushrooms in 1/2 cup of boiling water for 20 minutes to rehydrate.
  2. Drain the mushrooms, reserving the soaking liquid. Squeeze out excess water from the mushrooms, trim off any hard stems, and chop them coarsely.
  3. Strain the reserved mushroom soaking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or coffee filter to remove any sand or debris, then set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped wild mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the chopped fresh spinach (or frozen spinach if thawed) and the strained mushroom soaking liquid. Cook until the spinach has wilted and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg yolk until smooth.
  8. Reduce heat to low. Slowly pour the cream mixture into the skillet, stirring constantly to prevent the egg from curdling.
  9. Cook gently for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the spinach. Do not boil.
  10. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 0.4g1%

* 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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