How to Make Creamed Spinach

Enjoy a restaurant style classic at home!

If you’re looking for a rich, flavorful, and easy to make creamed spinach recipe, you’ve found the perfect one. This homemade creamed spinach combines tender, sautéed fresh spinach with a decadent creamy sauce made from garlic, onions, butter, and a blend of cheeses. This creamed spinach is a classic that delivers every time.

This recipe is ideal for those who want a restaurant quality dish made from scratch in under 30 minutes. By using simple, fresh ingredients, you can elevate your meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The creamy texture pairs perfectly with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or even as a side with some chips! You’ll appreciate this creamed spinach recipe for its speed and simplicity.

Creamed spinach is also a fantastic way to get kids (and picky adults) to enjoy leafy greens. The smooth, cheesy sauce coats the spinach in a way that’s comforting and indulgent. You can even customize this recipe by adding a hint of nutmeg, using heavy cream or half-and-half, or incorporating cream cheese for extra richness.

Whether you’re searching for a classic creamed spinach or looking for an easy side dish for your family function, you’ll love how easy it is to make and how much everyone enjoys it. Indeed, mastering a creamed spinach recipe is a surefire way to impress.

Don’t forget to bookmark this creamed spinach recipe and share it with fellow food lovers. For best results, use fresh baby spinach, and don’t skimp on the cheese!

Grocery List

• Fresh baby spinach
• Garlic
• Onions
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic powder
• Butter
• Flour
• Whole Milk
• Chicken broth (optional)

Best Practices/Tips for this Creamed Spinach Recipe

• The chicken broth is optional if you’d like to add on additional flavor to your creamed spinach recipe.
• For extra richness, you can stir in 2 tablespoons of cream cheese or a handful of grated Parmesan.
• If you prefer a looser consistency, add more milk or broth a tablespoon at a time.
• This dish reheats well and can be made ahead a day in advance.

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How to Make Creamed Spinach

Author: Patrick Lee

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 8

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

If you're looking for a rich, flavorful, and easy to make creamed spinach recipe, you've found the perfect one. This homemade creamed spinach combines tender, sautéed fresh spinach with a decadent creamy sauce made from garlic, onions, butter, and a blend of cheeses. This creamed spinach is a classic that delivers every time.

Ingredients

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Servings

• 1 ¹⁄₂ pounds fresh baby spinach (washed and trimmed)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¹⁄₄ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk (cold)
• ¹⁄₄ cup chicken broth (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 cup grated parmesan
• 1 tbsp oil

Instructions

1. In a large pot, add a tbsp of olive oil.
2. Once the oil heats, add your diced onion.
3. Cook until softened.
4. Add your garlic and stir for a minute.
5. Add in your butter and let it melt.
6. Once it melts, add the flour.
7. Stir in the flour 1-2 minutes to cook it all out.
8. Add in the milk and stir until well combined.
9. Add your seasonings and stir into the mixture.
10. Add your baby spinach and continuously stir in until the spinach is fully cooked.
11. Add in chicken broth if needed.
12. Once cooked, turn the heat off and add your cheeses.
13. Serve immediately!

Keywords: creamed spinach, dinner, side dish, appetizer, homemade creamed spinach, restaurant style creamed spinach

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