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Creamy Creamed Spinach with Parmesan

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A quick and easy creamy creamed spinach recipe with Parmesan cheese, perfect for cozy sides and weeknight dinners. This dish combines silky cream and nutty Parmesan for a comforting and delicious side.

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces fresh spinach, washed and trimmed (baby spinach works great)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup, optional)
  • A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and prep the spinach: rinse 16 ounces of fresh spinach under cold water, remove thick stems if desired, and pat dry or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. (10 minutes)
  2. Sauté onion and garlic: heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ½ cup finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. (6 minutes)
  3. Add spinach: gradually add the spinach in batches, stirring and allowing it to wilt before adding more. The spinach will reduce dramatically in volume. (5 minutes)
  4. Pour in heavy cream: once the spinach is fully wilted and tender, pour in ½ cup of heavy cream. Stir gently to combine and let it simmer on low heat for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. (4 minutes)
  5. Incorporate Parmesan and seasonings: stir in ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Keep stirring until creamy and well blended. (3 minutes)
  6. Final adjustments: taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If too thick, add a splash of milk or cream to loosen. Remove from heat. (1-2 minutes)
  7. Serve warm: transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Use fresh spinach and freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Avoid overcooking spinach to keep it bright green and tender. Add cream on low heat to prevent curdling. If mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream. Frozen spinach can be used if thawed and excess water squeezed out. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: creamed spinach, Parmesan, creamy spinach, easy side dish, cozy sides, quick spinach recipe

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