Creamed Spinach Recipe (Quick & Easy)
Ingredients
- 3 tbspunsalted butter
- 4 clovesgarlic)
(minced
- 10 ozbaby spinach)
(or 6 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained well
- ½ cheavy cream
- 4 ozcream cheese)
(cut into small pieces
- 1 tspitalian seasoning
- ¼ tspsea salt
- ¼ tspblack pepper
- parmesan cheese)
(optional, for serving
Directions
- 1
Heat the butter in a large skillet with tall sides over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- 2
Add the spinach. Saute for 2-4 minutes, until just barely wilted. If the pan is too full to stir or you can't fit all the spinach, add what you can and cover for 1-2 minutes, which will let the spinach at the bottom wilt. Then you can start to stir in a folding motion and add more as needed.
- 3
Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir constantly until the cream cheese melts, then simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. (The sauce will thicken more as it cools from hot to warm.)
- 4
If desired, sprinkle with parmesan cheese for serving. (This is optional.)
Creamed Spinach Recipe (Quick & Easy)
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About this Recipe
Craving a luxurious yet effortlessly simple side dish that will impress without the fuss? This Quick & Easy Creamed Spinach recipe delivers rich, velvety perfection in just 15 minutes, using only 6 core ingredients to create an unforgettable experience.
What sets this creamed spinach apart is its clever combination of heavy cream and cream cheese. The cream cheese melts seamlessly into the sauce, creating an incredibly silky, decadent texture that beautifully coats tender spinach leaves. This isn't just a basic side dish; it's a restaurant-quality accompaniment made quick and easy, perfect for elevating a weeknight meal or complementing a special occasion spread.
Prepare for a symphony of savory flavors and a wonderfully smooth texture that will delight your palate. You'll find tender, vibrant spinach enrobed in a rich, velvety cream sauce, subtly enhanced by minced garlic and aromatic Italian seasoning. Each spoonful offers a comforting, hearty bite that effortlessly complements any main course. This dish feels wonderfully indulgent but is surprisingly simple to achieve, promising a side that's both deeply satisfying and incredibly easy to love.
This versatile recipe allows for simple adjustments. While baby spinach offers delicate tenderness, you can easily swap it for thawed and well-drained frozen spinach without compromising on flavor or texture. For an extra layer of savory depth and a touch of sharpness, a sprinkle of optional Parmesan cheese makes an excellent addition when serving.
This quick and easy creamed spinach makes an ideal accompaniment to a wide range of dishes, from roasted meats and grilled chicken to a festive holiday feast. Serve it warm alongside your favorite main dishes for a touch of creamy elegance that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.