Creamed Spinach is a classic, creamy, and incredibly flavorful side dish that is very easy to make.
Creamed Spinach
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
40
minutesCooking time
25
minutesWith its mild and unique flavor, creamed spinach pairs deliciously with a wide variety of dishes.
Ingredients
1 bunch of spinach, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 onion, chopped
500 ml milk
Salt to taste
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and sauté the chopped onion and garlic with the salt, stirring well until softened.
- Add the chopped spinach, cover the pan, and cook over low heat until the spinach has slightly wilted.
- Add 2/3 of the milk to the pan. Mix the cornstarch with the remaining milk until dissolved, then add it to the pan.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Add the heavy cream and mix well.
- Continue cooking and stirring well until the creamed spinach reaches your desired consistency, then remove from the heat.
- Serve the creamed spinach with beef, pork and/or poultry, fish, pasta, and much more.
