Best 3 Quick And Flavorful Creamed Spinach Recipes
Craving a quick, flavorful, and nutritious side dish? Look no further than creamed spinach! This classic dish is made with fresh spinach, cooked down in a creamy sauce, and seasoned to perfection. It's a versatile side that pairs well with a variety of main courses, from grilled fish to roasted chicken. Plus, it's packed with vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for the whole family. In this article, we'll share two delicious creamed spinach recipes: a classic version and a lightened-up version with Greek yogurt. Both recipes are easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes. So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FAST AND EASY CREAMED SPINACH
This is a little easier, a little quicker, a little more contemporary, and believe it or not, a little lighter than traditional creamed spinach. Have all your ingredients ready to go ahead of time. It's a classic steak side dish.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pour olive oil into a large soup pot, place over high heat, add spinach, and cover. Cook for 1 minute, uncover, and lightly stir until most of the leaves are bright green and wilted, about 2 minutes. Quickly drain spinach in a strainer and transfer to a plate lined with 4 or 5 paper towels. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze as much liquid from the spinach as possible. Transfer spinach to a cutting board and coarsely chop.
- Mix salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter in skillet, and stir shallot in the hot butter until just barely golden and translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir seasoning mixture into shallot mixture and pour in cream. Raise heat to medium-high and reduce cream sauce to about half, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon zest.
- Reduce heat to low and toss spinach with cream sauce in skillet. Cook and stir until spinach is heated through and coated, about 2 minutes. Stir Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese into spinach until thoroughly combined; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 173.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
QUICK CREAMED SPINACH
The inspiration for this creamy side dish came from a local restaurant. I lightened up the original recipe by using fat-free half-and-half and fat-free cream cheese. I goes great with most any entree. -Susan Geddie of Harker Heights, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in half-and-half until blended. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened., Add the cream cheese, salt, nutmeg and pepper, stirring until cream cheese is melted. Stir in spinach and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; heat through. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
GARLICKY CREAMED SPINACH RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: unsalted butter, shallot, garlic, kosher salt, fresh spinach, flour, heavy cream, cream cheese, grated parmesan cheese
Provided by Nichi Hoskins
Categories Sides
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant. Season with salt.
- Add the spinach, season with salt, and sauté until wilted, 3 minutes. Transfer to a strainer to drain any excess water.
- Return the spinach to the pan and sprinkle with the flour. Cook for 1 minute, until the flour is lightly browned.
- . Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Cook until fully incorporated and thickened, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with more Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 735 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 68 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 7 grams
Tips:
- For a smoother texture, purée the spinach mixture in a blender or food processor before adding the cream.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half-and-half instead.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your creamed spinach, such as cooked bacon, crumbled sausage, or grated Parmesan cheese.
- Creamed spinach is a great side dish for grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or steak.
- Leftover creamed spinach can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Creamed spinach is a quick and easy side dish that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give creamed spinach a try. You won't be disappointed!
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