Classic Creamed Spinach Recipe

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Using fresh spinach instead of frozen really enhances the flavor of this classic recipe from Ann Van Dyk of Wrightstown, Wisconsin. The hint of nutmeg makes this side dish even more appealing.

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Classic Creamed Spinach Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
  • Yield: 4 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound fresh spinach, torn
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1-1/2 cups milk

Directions

  • In a Dutch oven, cook spinach in oil for 3 minutes or until wilted. Transfer to a cutting board; chop. Melt butter in the Dutch oven. Add onion; saute for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in flour, salt and nutmeg until combined. Gradually whisk in milk until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the chopped spinach. Reduce heat to low; cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 318 calories, 27 g fat (14 g saturated fat), 58 mg cholesterol, 581 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 7 g protein.

Originally published as Creamed Spinach in Taste of Home December/January 2007, p57

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Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2013 by mphillips

Very good recipe. Great way to eat spinach.

Reviewed on Feb. 09, 2013 by wmssquad

This recipe is delicious, and it was easy to prepare. The whole family ate it up.

Reviewed on Jan. 01, 2013 by hockeygmgp

Forgot to click stars...duh

Reviewed on Jan. 01, 2013 by hockeygmgp

It was quick, used fresh spinachand tasty. The only thing, even though I used the nutmeg, I couldn't taste a big difference.

Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2012 by daisygirl7

This Classic Creamed Spinach recipe is very creamy and so quick and easy! It's comfort food.

Reviewed on May. 03, 2011 by jaimie m

This is a first for me, never had creamed spinach before but the picture looked so yummy I thought I'd give it a whirl. I was not disappointed!

Reviewed on Jan. 04, 2010 by still30baker

easy to prepare and easy to put your own touch to this

 
 

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