Boston Market Like Creamed Spinach

Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of Boston Market-style creamed spinach with this easy restaurant-quality recipe that's perfect for cozy dinners and holiday feasts. Packed with tender spinach and a luscious cream sauce made with butter, cream cheese, and Parmesan, this dish is elevated by aromatic sautéed onions, a hint of garlic powder, and a dash of nutmeg for warm, earthy flavor. Using frozen spinach keeps prep time quick, while a homemade roux ensures the perfect creamy texture every time. Serve this irresistible side with roasted meats or alongside mashed potatoes for a comforting meal that's sure to impress. Perfectly creamy, indulgent, and bursting with flavor, this creamed spinach recipe will become your new go-to for effortless decadence!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 oz frozen chopped spinach
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cup whipping cream
• 2 tbsp cream cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thaw the frozen spinach completely, then place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to combine. Cook the flour for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to create a roux.

Step 4

Slowly whisk in the whole milk and whipping cream, making sure to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.

Step 5

Stir in the cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.

Step 6

Add garlic powder, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Mix well to combine the flavors.

Step 7

Fold the squeezed spinach into the cream sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and allow the spinach mixture to simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and creamy.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1134.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1346.2

Total Fat 104.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 312.9mg	0%
Sodium 2335.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 167.8IU	0%
Calcium 1351.4mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2885.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.1%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 18.3%