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Creamed Spinach

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 106.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
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
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 pound Fresh spinach, coarse stems
Directions
  1. 1
    Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems; spin dry or pat dry with paper towels.
  2. 2
    In a large heavy skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Add the spinach in batches to the skillet, stirring constantly until it wilts completely.
  4. 4
    Continue sautéing the spinach, pressing down with tongs to release excess moisture, until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5
    Transfer the cooked, dried spinach to a food processor and pulse several times until roughly chopped but not pureed.
  6. 6
    In a separate saucepan, warm 1 cup of prepared béchamel sauce over low heat until hot but not boiling.
  7. 7
    Stir the chopped spinach into the warm béchamel sauce until evenly combined and heated through.
  8. 8
    Season generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg to taste.
  9. 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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