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creamed spinach

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

This homemade creamed spinach is one of my favorite sides. Serve it over rice, noodles, baked potatoes, grits, or just by itself. This recipe calls for fresh spinach, onions, and garlic in an easy-to-make cream sauce that starts with a roux.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For creamed spinach

  • 5 Tbsp
    unsalted or salted butter, divided
  • 2
    shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 16 oz
    baby spinach
  • 3 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 c
    whole or 2% milk
  • 1/4 tsp
    nutmeg
  • 3 Tbsp
    heavy cream
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How To Make creamed spinach

  • 1
    Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • 2
    Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic and spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes. or until the spinach is wilted, stirring several times.
  • 3
    Meanwhile, melt the remaining butter in a separate large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes while whisking.
  • 4
    Slowly add the milk while whisking and continue cooking until thickened. Stir in the sauteed spinach mixture, nutmeg, and heavy cream. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
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