The Best Creamed Spinach Recipe (Steakhouse-Style)
This classic steakhouse-style creamed spinach recipe is rich, creamy, and the perfect side dish for any meal. Made with fresh shallots, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, it’s a comforting and flavorful accompaniment.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Microwave
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup finely chopped shallots from 1 to 2 shallots
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 pint heavy cream 2 cups
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch freshly grated nutmeg or use ground nutmeg
- ½ cup finely shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 2 pounds frozen cut leaf spinach thawed and squeezed very dry
Instructions
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallots and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, ensuring it does not brown.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; bring to a gentle boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until the cream thickens enough to coat a wooden spoon.
- Add cheese and stir until melted. Incorporate the spinach, stirring until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, cooking further if the spinach seems watery. Serve warm.
Notes
Cut leaf spinach is recommended for optimal texture; if unavailable, use frozen whole leaf spinach or 2 pounds fresh baby spinach (steamed, drained, chopped to 2 packed cups). This dish can be made a day ahead and refrigerated; reheat in the microwave, adding a bit of cream if a creamier consistency is desired.