The Solution to Canned Spinach
Transform your kitchen’s least exciting pantry staple into a luscious, irresistible side dish with "The Solution to Canned Spinach." This recipe takes humble canned spinach and elevates it with a velvety, garlic-infused cream sauce made with butter, milk, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Aromatic notes of sautéed onion, a pinch of nutmeg, and a hint of lemon zest provide layers of depth and brightness, while fresh parsley gives it a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to roasted meats or baked fish. Never look at canned spinach the same way again!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (drained and packed) canned spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup milk
- 2 ounces (softened) cream cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned spinach thoroughly, squeezing out as much liquid as possible using your hands or a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the flour and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute to create a roux.
Step 4
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Allow the mixture to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring, until it thickens.
Step 5
Lower the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and combined with the milk mixture.
Step 6
Add the drained spinach to the skillet and stir to coat it in the creamy sauce.
Step 7
Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, black pepper, and kosher salt. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon zest and chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the creamy spinach warm as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (838.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 751.7 |
| Total Fat 55.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g | |
| Cholesterol 155.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2465.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.5g | |
| Protein 33.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1194.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2743.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories