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Creamy Creamed Spinach Recipe Easy Classic Steakhouse Side with Parmesan

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A rich and comforting creamed spinach side dish with a velvety texture and a perfect hint of garlic and Parmesan cheese, ideal for steakhouse-style meals or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (8 g) all-purpose flour (or arrowroot powder for gluten-free)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) milk

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound (450 g) of fresh baby spinach thoroughly in cold water. Use a salad spinner or pat dry with towels until mostly dry. (5 minutes)
  2. In a 10-inch skillet, melt 2 tablespoons (28 g) of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 small finely chopped shallot and 2 minced garlic cloves. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant but not browned, stirring frequently. (3 minutes)
  3. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon (8 g) of all-purpose flour over the butter and aromatics. Stir constantly for about 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste and create a roux base. It should turn slightly golden but not dark. (1 minute)
  4. Slowly whisk in ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream and ¼ cup (60 ml) milk. Keep stirring to prevent lumps. The mixture will thicken gradually and become velvety. (3 minutes)
  5. Add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir well.
  6. Add the spinach in batches—don’t overcrowd the pan. Use tongs or a spatula to gently fold the spinach into the creamy sauce. It will wilt quickly, reducing to about a third of the original volume. (4-5 minutes)
  7. Remove the pan from heat and stir in ½ cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. (2 minutes)
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm. Optionally garnish with extra Parmesan or cracked black pepper.

Notes

Dry spinach thoroughly to avoid watery sauce. Cook aromatics gently to prevent bitterness. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. Adjust sauce consistency with milk if too thick. Season gradually to avoid over-salting.

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Keywords: creamed spinach, steakhouse side, Parmesan, creamy spinach, easy side dish, garlic spinach, classic creamed spinach

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