Creamed Spinach Recipe
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Creamed Spinach

By: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson 
"Creamed spinach, made with the frozen chopped variety, perfectly complements the roast, and it can be made up to two days ahead."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (77)

 

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 4 (10 ounce) boxes boxes frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; reserve 1/2 cup liquid
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine milk, spinach liquid and garlic in a 1-quart microwave-safe measuring cup or small bowl covered with a saucer, and microwave (or heat slowly in a medium saucepan) until very hot and steamy. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes to soften garlic.
  2. Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour. Add hot milk mixture all at once, then whisk until smooth. Stir in spinach; cook until sauce is thick and bubbly and spinach is tender but still green, about 5 minutes. Stir in cheese, nutmeg, and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Footnotes

  • Make-ahead tip
  • After adding spinach to sauce the mixture can be turned onto a large rimmed baking sheet to cool quickly, then transferred to a covered container and refrigerated up to 2 days. Warm slowly over low heat. Stir in cheese and season with nutmeg and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper. Serve hot.
  • Copyright 2004 USA WEEKEND and columnist Pam Anderson. All rights reserved.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 130 | Total Fat: 6.7g | Cholesterol: 17mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2008 by P Yackimec   view full review
I used fresh spinach and simplified steps. I made the roux in a dutch oven, adding garlic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2007 by Jenn T.   view full review
This dish was way too yummy. I added a few extra indregients(cream and ricotta cheeses),...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2008 by TOYMOMMY   view full review
Wow! My 11 and 9 yr olds fought over the last of this. It's that good and very easy. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2006 by Connie   view full review
Very good. I used a 16 ounce bag of spinach (frozen squeezed dry) and cooked it apx. 1/2 cup...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2008 by dabbler   view full review
I LOVE creamed spinach, and this is not bad recipe for a basic start. I like that is was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2009 by Keri Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
My favorite coffee shop recently stopped offering creamed spinach as a veggie option on their...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 25, 2007 by Eileen in OK   view full review
This recipe was very blah as written (I omitted the nutmeg, but used plenty of garlic). It...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 8, 2008 by Jamie Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I only had skim milk onhand, so I added a couple tablespoons of whipped cream cheese to give...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2006 by JFSOO   view full review
I used tapioca flour instead of wheat flour (son's allergies), left out the garlic and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2007 by FOKLMEMBER   view full review
This was great. Big hit at Christmas dinner.

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