Clean Eat Parmesan Creamed Spinach
Tender spinach in a creamy, silky smooth cheesy white sauce is the perfect side dish for any meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 142kcal
Ingredients
- 16 oz chopped baby spinach (fresh of frozen)
- 2 tbsp salted butter
- 1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp stone ground whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup chicken (bone) broth (or vegetarian)
- 1 tsp Himalayan salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil a pot of salted water and add the spinach. Boil for 5 minutes, strain, remove, and blanch the spinach in cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Melt the butter in a saute pan on medium heat and add the onion and garlic and cook until the onions are translucent.
- Turn the heat to low and add the flour. Stir to allow the flour to absorb all the fat and cook evenly for a few minutes.
- Add the milk, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes). When it thickens, add the broth and continue whisking. Season with salt, pepper, and if using, nutmeg.
- Add the cheese and whisk until fully melted and incorporated. Once the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth, add the spinach and stir to incorporate until evenly distributed.
- Serve immediately. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Add more milk or broth as necessary until you get the desired consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 943mg | Potassium: 723mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 10910IU | Vitamin C: 35.1mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 3.4mg