Imagine diving your fork into a velvety, rich side dish that transforms ordinary spinach into a restaurant-worthy delicacy. Our Steakhouse Style Creamed Spinach is not just a side dish—it's a culinary experience that brings the sophisticated flavors of a high-end steakhouse directly to your dinner table. With its silky texture, parmesan-infused creaminess, and perfectly wilted spinach, this recipe will elevate your home cooking from mundane to magnificent in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the fresh spinach leaves under cold running water, removing any stems or damaged leaves. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add butter and olive oil, allowing them to melt and combine until the butter is fully foamed and slightly bubbling.
- Add the clean spinach leaves to the pan, stirring quickly to coat with the butter and oil mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, turning the leaves frequently, until they begin to wilt and reduce in volume.
- Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the spinach leaves.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the spinach, continuing to stir and allow the cheese to melt and create a creamy consistency.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, ensuring the seasoning is well incorporated.
- Continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is tender and the cream has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish, allowing the creamed spinach to rest for 1-2 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Tips
- Always use fresh spinach and wash it thoroughly to remove any grit or sand.
- Pat spinach completely dry to prevent excess water from diluting your creamy sauce.
- Cook spinach on medium-low heat to prevent burning and maintain vibrant green color.
- Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for the most robust flavor.
- Don't overcook the spinach—you want it wilted but still retaining some texture.
- Season gradually and taste as you go to achieve the perfect balance of salt and pepper.
- Let the dish rest for a minute after cooking to allow flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 65mg
