Fast and Easy Creamed Spinach

Name: Fast and Easy Creamed Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 2 (16 ounce) bags fresh spinach; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste; 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 tablespoons minced shallot; 0.75 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

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This somewhat healthy creamed spinach recipe is lighter than traditional creamed spinach. It is a little easier, a little quicker, and a little more contemporary. Have all your ingredients ready to go ahead of time. It's a classic steak side dish.

Recipe by Chef John

Updated on September 13, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 (16 ounce) bags fresh spinach
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons minced shallot
¾ cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (Optional)

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over high heat; add spinach, cover, and cook for 1 minute. Uncover and gently stir until most of the leaves are bright green and wilted, about 2 minutes. Quickly drain spinach in a strainer and transfer to a plate lined with 4 or 5 paper towels. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze as much liquid from the spinach as possible. Transfer spinach to a cutting board and coarsely chop.
Mix cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; stir in shallot and cook until just barely golden and translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in seasoning mixture and pour in cream; increase heat to medium-high and simmer until the cream sauce reduces by about half, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon zest.
Reduce heat to low and toss spinach with cream sauce in skillet. Cook and stir until spinach is heated through and coated, about 2 minutes. Stir in Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until thoroughly combined. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

179	Calories
16g	Fat
7g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 179
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	20%
Saturated Fat 9g	44%
Cholesterol 47mg	16%
Sodium 173mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 7g	3%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 44mg	218%
Calcium 193mg	15%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 883mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.