Joe's Stone Crab Garlic Creamed Spinachby Todd Wilbur

Elevate your side dish game with this luxurious Garlic Creamed Spinach inspired by the iconic Joe's Stone Crab and recreated by Todd Wilbur. This recipe transforms fresh spinach into a velvety masterpiece, enriched with a garlic-infused creamy sauce that's perfectly seasoned with nutmeg and black pepper. The secret lies in creating a smooth roux with butter and flour, which forms the base for the milk and heavy cream to thicken into a luscious, flavorful sauce. Blanched and finely chopped spinach is then folded in, resulting in a rich, satisfying side dish that pairs beautifully with steak, seafood, or roasted chicken. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Experience the perfect balance of indulgence and simplicity in every bite of this creamy spinach classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any thick stems. Set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the spinach for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain the spinach and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

Step 3

Once chilled, drain the spinach again and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Chop the spinach finely and set aside.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic mixture, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens into a smooth, creamy sauce.

Step 7

Season the cream sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Add the chopped spinach to the sauce and mix thoroughly to coat the spinach evenly.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the creamed spinach for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve the garlic creamed spinach immediately as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(997.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1313.4

Total Fat 109.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 2885.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 21.3g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 761.5mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 455.0mg	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: 79.2%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 13.9%