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Cheesy Creamed Spinach
Ingredients
- 3bags clean fresh spinach
roughly chopped
- ¼ cbutter
- 3 tbspminced white onion
- 2 tbspminced garlic
- 1 ¼ cheavy cream
- 6slices provolone cheese
- ½ cfreshly grated parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
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- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted.
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- 3
Drain in a colander, squeezing out as much liquid as possible.
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- 4
Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
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- 5
Add spinach and stir in heavy cream.
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- 6
Tear provolone cheese into small pieces and lay on top of spinach mixture. Stir until cheese is melted and coats spinach.
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- 7
Stir in Parmesan cheese. Continue to cook and stir until thickened.
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- 8
Season with salt and pepper; serve hot.
Cheesy Creamed Spinach
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About this Recipe
Looking for that ultimate side dish to elevate any meal? This Cheesy Creamed Spinach recipe delivers unparalleled richness and flavor, transforming a classic into something truly extraordinary and making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
What sets this creamed spinach apart is the generous use of not one, but two distinct cheeses: creamy provolone and sharp Parmesan. This thoughtful combination, alongside the aromatic foundation of butter, onion, and garlic, creates a complex, savory depth that perfectly complements the fresh spinach. It's a remarkably easy way to bring restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen, ensuring every spoonful is decadent.
You can expect a velvety smooth texture, where each tender, vibrant piece of fresh spinach is coated in a luscious, cheesy sauce. This dish offers a harmonious blend of creamy, earthy spinach with the savory, slightly nutty notes of the provolone and the distinct, salty kick of Parmesan. It’s a wonderfully comforting and indulgent experience, proving that a simple vegetable can become the star of your plate.
Customization & Variations
While fantastic as is, you can easily adapt this rich side dish to your preferences. If you're looking for a slightly different flavor profile, you could experiment with adding a touch of freshly grated nutmeg, which pairs beautifully with creamed spinach. For those who enjoy a hint of spice, a pinch of red pepper flakes would add a subtle warmth to the creamy mixture. You can also adjust the amounts of minced onion and garlic to suit your taste, making it more robust or mellow.
This rich side dish is perfect alongside roasted meats, holiday feasts, or simply as a luxurious accompaniment to a weeknight dinner. Serve it warm, perhaps garnished with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan, to complete its inviting presentation.