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Creamed Spinach with Parmesan Recipe photo by Taste of Home
Creamed Spinach with Parmesan
Creamed Spinach with Parmesan Recipe photo by Taste of Home
Creamed Spinach with Parmesan
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Yield
9 servings
Ingredients
- 4 packages (9 ounces each) fresh spinach, torn
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/3 cup 2% milk
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- In four batches, place spinach in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-4 minutes or until wilted. Transfer to a large bowl; keep warm.
- In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese. Drain spinach; add sauce and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts
1/2 cup: 74 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 172mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.