One of my all-time side dish favorites is creamed spinach. I have tried several recipes online, but there is only one that I always go back to. Always Yummy!‘s version is the best-creamed spinach I have ever tried. It is rich, creamy, and buttery.
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This homemade creamed spinach is way better than store-bought ones. You only need 7 ingredients to make it – spinach, milk, butter, all-purpose flour, nutmeg, ground black pepper, and salt. It’s super easy to make; the steps are straightforward. Serve it with medium rare steak, mashed potato, garlic butter shrimp, pork chops, roast chicken, or fish.
Easy Creamed Spinach Ingredients
- 9 oz spinach
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 oz of butter
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
How to Make Creamed Spinach
Step 1:
Start by thoroughly rinsing the spinach leaves to remove dirt. Dry them out.
Step 2:
Lay the leaves into a saucepan or stockpot. Place the lid and cook over medium heat until the leaves are wilted, then transfer to a bowl or plate. Let it cool down for a little bit.
Step 3:
Once the spinach leaves are cool enough to handle, place them over a clean cloth napkin or cheesecloth and squeeze out any excess liquid. Chop into small pieces.
Step 4:
Place a pan over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the flour and continuously whisk for about 1 to 2 minutes over low heat until all the lumps are gone.
Step 5:
Add the nutmeg into the pan and pour the milk gradually while stirring. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes over low heat.
Step 6:
Add the chopped spinach to the sauce, then season with salt and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Step 7:
Remove from heat and serve as a garnish or starter. Add some thin slices of cheese if preferred. Serve it warm.
Make sure not to leave it for more than 2 hours at room temperature. You can store it in a sealed bag or an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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