Paula Deen Creamed Spinach Recipe
Creamed spinach feels rich and comforting. It pairs well with many Southern meals. This dish feels warm and classic. The Paula Deen Creamed Spinach Recipe is especially beloved.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh spinach
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Wash spinach thoroughly.
- Drain spinach in a colander.
- Wilt spinach in boiling water briefly.
- Drain and squeeze excess water.
- Chop spinach finely.
- Melt butter in a skillet.
- Add onions and cook gently.
- Stir until onions soften.
- Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Pour in cream and milk.
- Stir until slightly thickened.
- Add cream cheese slowly.
- Stir until smooth.
- Add Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add nutmeg gently.
- Fold in chopped spinach.
- Cook until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
Notes
- Squeeze spinach very dry.
- Use fresh spinach only.
- Cook onions slowly for sweetness.
- Stir cream constantly.
- Do not overheat the sauce.
- Taste before serving always.