Creamed Spinach
Classic
Steakhouse
Creamed
Spinach
Creamy, rich Classic Steakhouse Creamed Spinach that takes just a few minutes and is the perfect side for a grilled steak or prime rib.
Ingredients
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 medium yellow onion , minced
– 3 cloves garlic , minced
– 4 teaspoons Kosher salt , divided
– 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 3 1/2 cups half-and-half
– 2 1/4 pounds fresh leaf spinach
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil with two teaspoons of salt.
Add the spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute.
Drain the spinach in a strainer or colander.
Rinse with cold water until cool and squeeze the water out of each firstful of spinach.
In a large skillet melt the butter with the garlic and onions.
Cook on medium low for 8-10 minutes or until the onions are whitish and see through.
Add in the remaining kosher salt, black pepper and nutmeg.
Add in the flour and mix with a wooden spoon over low and cook for 2-3 minutes until the aroma is a bit nutty.
Add the half an half and cook until boiling.
Cook for 6-8 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
Add in the spinach and the Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.