Description
Creamed Spinach with Nutmeg is a rich and flavorful side dish that combines the creaminess of spinach with a hint of nutmeg, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens.
- Add the spinach to the skillet and stir until it wilts and is well coated with the cream mixture.
- Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Make sure to adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats and roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamed Spinach, Nutmeg, Side Dish, Vegetarian