Creamed Spinach Recipe

Name: Creamed Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Extra-virgin olive oil; 2 1/2 pounds washed baby spinach; 1/2 small onion, finely diced; Kosher salt; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; Pinch cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano

Servings: persons

Extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 pounds washed baby spinach
1/2 small onion, finely diced
Kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano

1
Coat a large, straight-sided saute pan with olive oil and heat over medium heat.
2
Add the spinach, cover and saute until gently wilted.
3
Remove the spinach from the pan to a colander set inside a bowl to let the spinach drain and cool.
4
Remove any liquid from the bottom of the saute pan and coat lightly with olive oil.
5
Heat the oil over medium heat, add the onions, and season with salt, to taste.
6
Saute the onions until they are translucent and very aromatic, about 5 to 7 minutes.
7
Add the garlic and saute for 2 to 3 more minutes.
8
Add the butter, and when melted stir in the flour.
9
Cook until it is the texture of wet sand, about 5 to 6 minutes.
10
Whisk in the milk, cayenne pepper and Parmigiano.
11
Taste for seasoning and season with salt, if needed, (it will).
12
Bring the milk to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the milk doesn t scorch on the bottom.
13
Add in the reserved spinach and stir to combine.
14
Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
15
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

185

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Extra-virgin olive oil, 2 1/2 pounds washed baby spinach, 1/2 small onion, finely diced, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Creamed Spinach falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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