Creamed Spinach for a Rich Thanksgiving Side Delight!
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A rich and creamy spinach dish perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations.
- Author: Olivia Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 pounds fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wash and drain the spinach, then chop it coarsely.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg