Parmesan Creamed Spinach

Elevate your side dish game with this rich and indulgent Parmesan Creamed Spinach, a perfect blend of fresh spinach, velvety cream sauce, and savory grated Parmesan cheese. This recipe pairs tender, wilted spinach with a luxuriously smooth roux made from butter, garlic, and flour, enhanced by the creamy combination of whole milk and heavy cream. Seasoned with a hint of nutmeg for warmth and depth, every bite is bursting with flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is the ultimate comfort food and ideal for pairing with roasted meats, holiday feasts, or simply served as a standout addition to any meal. With its decadent texture and cheesy goodness, Parmesan Creamed Spinach is sure to be your new go-to crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 3 ounces Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold water and remove any tough stems. Drain well.

Step 2

In a large pot over medium heat, add the spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the spinach from the pot, drain in a colander, and press out excess moisture with the back of a spoon. Set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux, ensuring it does not brown.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to smooth out any lumps. Add the heavy cream and continue whisking until the mixture begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 7

Add the drained spinach back into the pot and stir to combine, ensuring the spinach is evenly coated with the cream sauce.

Step 8

Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is heated through and the flavors are well combined.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish. Optional: sprinkle additional Parmesan on top for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1320.9

Total Fat 112.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 331.3mg	0%
Sodium 1701.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 20.5g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 738.1mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 397.1mg	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: 80.8%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 12.6%