Creamed Spinach

Name: Creamed Spinach
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 12-ounce package baby spinach, roughly chopped ((Note 1)); 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese ((Note 2)); 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream ((Note 3)); 1/4 cup diced onion or 2 tablespoons dry minced onion; 2 tablespoons salted butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced

This thick and creamy spinach side dish can be conveniently prepared in a single pot on the stove in just 15 minutes. Cooking on the stovetop is faster than using the oven, and allows you to easily monitor the spinach's consistency.

5 min prep 15 min cook 20 min total 2 servings

Ingredients

12 -ounce package baby spinach
1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese )
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream )
1/4 cup diced onion or 2 tablespoons dry minced onion
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 cloves garlic

Instructions

1
Wilt Spinach: Add spinach to large pot over medium-high heat, working in 2 batches if needed (Note 4). Stirring frequently, cook until spinach is wilted and most of liquid released by spinach has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
2
Cook Onions: Reduce to medium heat. Add butter and onions. Stirring occasionally, cook until butter is melted and onions are tender (if using fresh onions), a few minutes.
3
Add Dairy: Stir in parmesan cheese until melted, about 1 minute. Add heavy whipping cream and bring to simmer over medium-high heat. Stirring frequently, simmer until desired consistency is reached, a few minutes.
4
Finish & Serve: Reduce heat to low. Stir in garlic until incorporated, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve (Note 5).

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